Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 9.7%

70% lower than US avg

Unemployment 7.5%

109% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.1%

99% lower than US avg

People

Population24,029

Median Age24.9 yrs

Density29/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$44,700

Unemployment7.5%

Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity9.7%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking33.4%

Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)

AQI17 (Good)

Rain106.9 in/yr

Sunny Days151/yr

Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband86.8%

Population	24,029
Population Density	29 / sq mi
Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	5.1628°, -52.6427°
Timezone	America/Cayenne
Country	🇬🇫 French Guiana
State / Province	Guyane
Average Temperature	78°F (26°C)
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	106.9 inches (2,714 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	24.9 years

Is Kourou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kourou receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kourou has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kourou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 151 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 106.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Kourou has a population of 24,029 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,029

Total Population

People / sq mi

24.9yrs

Median Age

36% below US avg

834.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kourou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kourou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kourou is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kourou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.5%
	109% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kourou, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	9.7%
	70% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	33.4%
	139% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	87.0%
Depression	18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Food & Exercise

Kourou has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 106.9 inches. The area enjoys 151 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	78.4°F
	45% above US avg
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	151 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	106.9 inches
	181% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	17.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.6%

Geography

Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Area	834.0 sq mi (2,160.0 km²)
Population Density	29/sq mi
Coordinates	5.1628°N, 52.6427°W
Timezone	America/Cayenne

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	29/sq mi
Total Area	834.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Kourou, French Guiana

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Kourou a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kourou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kourou vs U.S. Average

Income: Kourou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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