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Loma, Sierra Leone

Northern Province · 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

Loma is a small town in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 3,435. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
3,435 Population
456 ft Elevation 139 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
90.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown 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 7.1%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
13% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.5%
235% higher than US avg

People

Population3,435
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$758
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty41.5%

Health

Obesity7.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.3%
Depression12.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain90.5 in/yr
Sunny Days196/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.6%
Population3,435
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates9.7593°, -12.0338°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation90.5 inches (2,299 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Loma a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.5% 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Loma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 196 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 90.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Loma has a population of 3,435. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,435
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Loma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Loma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loma is N/A. Per capita income is $758 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Loma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
13% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.5%
235% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Loma, 7.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.8% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 12.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.1%
78% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure40.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Depression12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Loma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 90.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days196 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall90.5 inches
138% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates9.7593°N, 12.0338°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.9 in Warmest
April 85°F (30°C) 3.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 7.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 15.3 in
August 78°F (25°C) 19.7 in Coldest, Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 16.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Loma has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 90.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (19.7") and January the driest (0.1").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 20.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Loma

What is the population of Loma?

Loma has a population of 3,435 residents and is located in Sierra Leone.. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Loma expensive to live in?

Loma is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Loma?

Loma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 90.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Loma?

Loma has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Loma?

3.0% of adults in Loma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Loma?

The obesity rate in Loma is 7.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.3% of adults are smokers. 12.9% of residents report depression.

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