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Kokofata, Mali

Kayes · 🇲🇱 Mali

Kokofata is a small city in Kayes, Mali with a population of 12,985. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
12,985 Population
968 ft Elevation 295 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bamako 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 11.4%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

People

Population12,985
Median Age16.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,044
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty36.1%

Health

Obesity11.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.2%
Depression8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI22 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+35.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.1%
Population12,985
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates12.8833°, -9.9500°
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako
Country🇲🇱 Mali
State / ProvinceKayes
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (930 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.4 years

Is Kokofata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kokofata receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Kokofata faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kokofata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Kokofata has a population of 12,985. The median age is 16.4 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 2.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 41.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,985
Total Population
16.4yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kokofata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kokofata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kokofata is N/A. Per capita income is $1,044 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kokofata vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kokofata, 11.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 34.6% have high blood pressure. 5.2% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.6% report binge drinking. 8.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.4%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure34.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.2%
63% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.6%
Depression8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate41.0%

Food & Exercise

Kokofata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median22.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.6%

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates12.8833°N, 9.9500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 5.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 8.8 in
August 78°F (26°C) 10.8 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Kokofata has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 75°F in December to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school. 35.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+35.5%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kokofata

What is the population of Kokofata?

Kokofata has a population of 12,985 residents and is located in Mali.. The median age of residents is 16.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Kokofata expensive to live in?

Kokofata is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kokofata?

Kokofata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 22.

How is the job market in Kokofata?

The job market in Kokofata is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kokofata?

3.0% of adults in Kokofata hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kokofata?

The obesity rate in Kokofata is 11.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.2% of adults are smokers. 8.3% of residents report depression.

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