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Joal, Senegal

Thiès · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Joal is a mid-size city in Thiès, Senegal with a population of 45,903. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
45,903 Population 6,851/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
21.7 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

Population45,903
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density6,851/mi²
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 Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population45,903
Population Density6,851 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates14.1731°, -16.8493°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceThiès
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (552 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Joal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joal 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. Joal 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

Joal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Joal has a population of 45,903 with a density of 6,851 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. 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

45,903
Total Population
6,851
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Joal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Joal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joal 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: Joal 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 Joal, 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: Joal 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

Joal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 21.7 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density6,851/sq mi
Coordinates14.1731°N, 16.8493°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
June 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Joal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 74°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and February 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

Population Density6,851/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Joal

What is the population of Joal?

Joal has a population of 45,903 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 6,851 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Joal expensive to live in?

Joal is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Joal?

Joal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Joal?

The job market in Joal is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Joal?

6.0% of adults in Joal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Joal?

The obesity rate in Joal is 10.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 88.5% are physically inactive. 11.6% of residents report depression.

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