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Kompienga, Burkina Faso

Est · 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Kompienga is a small city in Est, Burkina Faso with a population of 15,024. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
15,024 Population
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Ouagadougou 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 6.8%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.1%
240% higher than US avg

People

Population15,024
Median Age18.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$873
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty42.1%

Health

Obesity6.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+41.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Population15,024
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates11.0817°, 0.7237°
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
Country🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
State / ProvinceEst
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.7 years

Is Kompienga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kompienga 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. Kompienga faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 42.1% 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%. 41.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kompienga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Kompienga has a population of 15,024. The median age is 18.7 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 2.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,024
Total Population
18.7yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kompienga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kompienga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kompienga is N/A. Per capita income is $873 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kompienga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.1%
240% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kompienga, 6.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 6.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.8%
79% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Depression6.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Kompienga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates11.0817°N, 0.7237°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
March 89°F (32°C) 0.5 in
April 90°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 87°F (30°C) 3.6 in
June 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in Coldest, Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in
November 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in

Kompienga has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 79°F in August to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") 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%. 41.4% have completed high school. 17.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+41.4%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kompienga

What is the population of Kompienga?

Kompienga has a population of 15,024 residents and is located in Burkina Faso.. The median age of residents is 18.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Kompienga expensive to live in?

Kompienga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kompienga?

Kompienga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Kompienga?

Kompienga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kompienga?

3.0% of adults in Kompienga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kompienga?

The obesity rate in Kompienga is 6.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 6.7% of residents report depression.

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