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Guerou, Mauritania

Assaba · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Guerou is a small city in Assaba, Mauritania with a population of 27,590. Elevation: 600 ft (183 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
27,590 Population
600 ft Elevation 183 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
6.5 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

Population27,590
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 Temp86°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain6.5 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population27,590
Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Coordinates17.0775°, -12.0387°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAssaba
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation6.5 inches (166 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Guerou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guerou 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. Guerou 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

Guerou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Guerou has a population of 27,590. 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

27,590
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Guerou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guerou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guerou 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: Guerou 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 Guerou, 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: Guerou 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

Guerou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 91°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 6.5 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 600 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average85.5°F
58% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.5 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Coordinates17.0775°N, 12.0387°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.1 in
June 95°F (35°C) 0.5 in Warmest
July 91°F (33°C) 1.3 in
August 88°F (31°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 89°F (32°C) 1.8 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.3 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Guerou has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 73°F in January to 95°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") 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 Guerou

What is the population of Guerou?

Guerou has a population of 27,590 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 Guerou expensive to live in?

Guerou 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 Guerou?

Guerou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Guerou?

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

How are the schools in Guerou?

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

How healthy is Guerou?

The obesity rate in Guerou 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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