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Jalalaqsi, Somalia

Hiiraan · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Jalalaqsi is a small city in Hiiraan, Somalia with a population of 9,743. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
9,743 Population
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
13.2 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

Population9,743
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 Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population9,743
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates3.3766°, 45.5996°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceHiiraan
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation13.2 inches (335 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Jalalaqsi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jalalaqsi 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. Jalalaqsi 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

Jalalaqsi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Jalalaqsi has a population of 9,743. 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

9,743
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jalalaqsi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jalalaqsi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jalalaqsi 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: Jalalaqsi 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 Jalalaqsi, 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: Jalalaqsi 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

Jalalaqsi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 13.2 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 423 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.8°F
55% above US avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates3.3766°N, 45.5996°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.5 in
April 87°F (31°C) 2.9 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 2.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
October 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in
December 84°F (29°C) 0.3 in

Jalalaqsi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 81°F in July to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Jalalaqsi

What is the population of Jalalaqsi?

Jalalaqsi has a population of 9,743 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 Jalalaqsi expensive to live in?

Jalalaqsi 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 Jalalaqsi?

Jalalaqsi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Jalalaqsi?

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

How are the schools in Jalalaqsi?

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

How healthy is Jalalaqsi?

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

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