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Gaé, Senegal

Saint-Louis · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Gaé is a small city in Saint-Louis, Senegal with a population of 7,148. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
7,148 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
8.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.2%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

People

Population7,148
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,698
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.9%

Health

Obesity10.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression11.6%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population7,148
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates16.5667°, -15.4500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceSaint-Louis
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation8.4 inches (212 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Gaé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gaé receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Gaé faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gaé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Gaé has a population of 7,148. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,148
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaé is N/A. Per capita income is $1,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gaé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gaé, 10.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.5% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.4% report binge drinking. 88.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.2%
68% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.4%
Physical Inactivity88.5%
Depression11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Gaé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 8.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 19% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.4 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates16.5667°N, 15.4500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 73°F (23°C)
0.0"
Feb 77°F (25°C)
0.0"
Mar 81°F (27°C)
0.0"
Apr 84°F (29°C)
0.0"
May 87°F (31°C)
0.0"
Jun 88°F (31°C)
0.3"
Jul 86°F (30°C)
1.5"
Aug 85°F (30°C)
3.2"
Sep 86°F (30°C)
2.7"
Oct 86°F (30°C)
0.5"
Nov 82°F (28°C)
0.0"
Dec 75°F (24°C)
0.0"

The warmest month is June at 88°F, while the coldest is January at 73°F — a seasonal swing of 14°F. August sees the most rain (3.2"), while April is the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school. 60.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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