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Ganki Un, Mauritania

Gorgol · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Ganki Un is a small city in Gorgol, Mauritania with a population of 11,250. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
11,250 Population
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
9.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott 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 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population11,250
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain9.6 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population11,250
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates16.2141°, -13.2404°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceGorgol
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation9.6 inches (244 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Ganki Un a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ganki Un has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Ganki Un has a population of 11,250. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,250
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Ganki Un vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ganki Un vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ganki Un is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ganki Un vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ganki Un, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ganki Un vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Ganki Un has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.8°F
61% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.6 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates16.2141°N, 13.2404°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
June 94°F (34°C) 0.5 in
July 90°F (32°C) 2.2 in
August 87°F (31°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 88°F (31°C) 2.6 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
November 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in

Ganki Un has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 76°F in January to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ganki Un

What is the population of Ganki Un?

Ganki Un has a population of 11,250 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Ganki Un expensive to live in?

Ganki Un is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ganki Un?

Ganki Un has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Ganki Un?

The job market in Ganki Un faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ganki Un?

6.0% of adults in Ganki Un hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ganki Un?

The obesity rate in Ganki Un is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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