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Gaalkacyo, Somalia

Mudug · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Gaalkacyo is a mid-size city in Mudug, Somalia with a population of 61,200. Elevation: 945 ft (288 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
61,200 Population
945 ft Elevation 288 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population61,200
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population61,200
Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Coordinates6.7697°, 47.4308°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceMudug
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (171 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Gaalkacyo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gaalkacyo receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gaalkacyo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gaalkacyo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Gaalkacyo has a population of 61,200. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

61,200
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaalkacyo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaalkacyo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaalkacyo is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gaalkacyo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gaalkacyo, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gaalkacyo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Gaalkacyo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Coordinates6.7697°N, 47.4308°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 2.0 in Wettest
June 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Gaalkacyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 6.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.0") and January the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gaalkacyo

What is the population of Gaalkacyo?

Gaalkacyo has a population of 61,200 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Gaalkacyo expensive to live in?

Gaalkacyo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gaalkacyo?

Gaalkacyo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Gaalkacyo?

The job market in Gaalkacyo faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gaalkacyo?

3.0% of adults in Gaalkacyo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gaalkacyo?

The obesity rate in Gaalkacyo is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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