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Garadag, Somalia

Sanaag · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Garadag is a small city in Sanaag, Somalia with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 2,566 ft (782 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
10,000 Population
2,566 ft Elevation 782 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
5.3 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

Population10,000
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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain5.3 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,566 ft (782 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population10,000
Elevation2,566 ft (782 m)
Coordinates9.4883°, 46.8674°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceSanaag
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation5.3 inches (135 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Garadag a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garadag 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. Garadag 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

Garadag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Garadag has a population of 10,000. 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

10,000
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Garadag vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Garadag vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garadag 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: Garadag 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 Garadag, 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: Garadag 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

Garadag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 5.3 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 2,566 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.3 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation2,566 ft (782 m)
Coordinates9.4883°N, 46.8674°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in Warmest
October 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Garadag has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 71°F in December to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 5.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.7") and July 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 Garadag

What is the population of Garadag?

Garadag has a population of 10,000 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 Garadag expensive to live in?

Garadag 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 Garadag?

Garadag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Garadag?

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

How are the schools in Garadag?

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

How healthy is Garadag?

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

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