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Marka, Somalia

Lower Shabeelle · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Marka is a large city in Lower Shabeelle, Somalia with a population of 230,100. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
230,100 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
20.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
$597 Median Income
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$597 median income, 19.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$100/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $597
99% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $100
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population230,100
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

D
Median Income$597
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$100
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population230,100
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates1.7159°, 44.7717°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceLower Shabeelle
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.2 inches (512 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$597
Median Age19.1 years

Is Marka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marka receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Marka faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marka is $597, 99% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Marka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Marka has a population of 230,100. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

230,100
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Marka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marka is $597, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Marka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$597
99% below US avg
Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $100 (91% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$100
91% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

In Marka, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Marka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 20.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates1.7159°N, 44.7717°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
September 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in

Marka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in July to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Marka

What is the population of Marka?

Marka has a population of 230,100 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Marka expensive to live in?

Marka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $597, 99% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Marka?

Marka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Marka?

The job market in Marka faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Marka?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Marka?

3.0% of adults in Marka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Marka?

The obesity rate in Marka is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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