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Karago, Ivory Coast

Bas-Sassandra District · 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast

Karago is a small town in Bas-Sassandra District, Ivory Coast with a population of 627. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
627 Population
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
59.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Abidjan 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 11.6%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

People

Population627
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,592
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty20.9%

Health

Obesity11.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.7%
Depression12.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI20 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband40.7%
Population627
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates5.0314°, -6.3513°
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Country🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / ProvinceBas-Sassandra District
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation59.7 inches (1,515 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Karago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karago receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Karago faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.9% 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Karago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Karago has a population of 627. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 46.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

627
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Karago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karago is N/A. Per capita income is $2,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Karago vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Karago, 11.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.3% have high blood pressure. 5.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 12.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Karago vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.6%
64% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Depression12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.0%

Food & Exercise

Karago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median20.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.0%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates5.0314°N, 6.3513°W
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in Warmest
May 80°F (26°C) 9.5 in
June 78°F (26°C) 13.8 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in
August 76°F (24°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in

Karago has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in August to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.8") and January the driest (1.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 40.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karago

What is the population of Karago?

Karago has a population of 627 residents and is located in Ivory Coast.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Karago expensive to live in?

Karago is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Karago?

Karago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Karago?

The job market in Karago is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Karago?

6.0% of adults in Karago hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Karago?

The obesity rate in Karago is 11.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of adults are smokers. 12.7% of residents report depression.

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