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Kiffa, Mauritania

Assaba · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Kiffa is a mid-size city in Assaba, Mauritania with a population of 62,051. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
62,051 Population 136/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
8.7 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

Population62,051
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density136/mi²
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)
Rain8.7 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population62,051
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates16.6207°, -11.4021°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAssaba
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation8.7 inches (220 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Kiffa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kiffa 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. Kiffa 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

Kiffa 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 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Kiffa has a population of 62,051 with a density of 136 people per square mile, spread across 455.2 square miles. 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

62,051
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
455.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Kiffa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kiffa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kiffa 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: Kiffa 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 Kiffa, 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: Kiffa 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

Kiffa 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 320 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 8.7 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 417 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average85.7°F
59% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.7 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area455.2 sq mi (1,179.0 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates16.6207°N, 11.4021°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 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.1 in
June 96°F (36°C) 0.7 in Warmest
July 91°F (33°C) 1.9 in
August 88°F (31°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 88°F (31°C) 2.2 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Kiffa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 73°F in January to 96°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") 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

Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area455.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiffa

What is the population of Kiffa?

Kiffa has a population of 62,051 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 455.2 square miles. 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 Kiffa expensive to live in?

Kiffa 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 Kiffa?

Kiffa 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 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Kiffa?

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

How are the schools in Kiffa?

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

How healthy is Kiffa?

The obesity rate in Kiffa 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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