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Mindelo, Cabo Verde

São Vicente · 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde

Mindelo is a mid-size city in São Vicente, Cabo Verde with a population of 69,013. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
69,013 Population 2,668/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
5.2 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Cape Verde Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.8%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population69,013
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density2,668/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,795
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity15.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI62 (Moderate)
Rain5.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband73.5%
Population69,013
Population Density2,668 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates16.8901°, -24.9804°
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
Country🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
State / ProvinceSão Vicente
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation5.2 inches (131 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.8 years

Is Mindelo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mindelo receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Mindelo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mindelo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Mindelo has a population of 69,013 with a density of 2,668 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

69,013
Total Population
2,668
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
25.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mindelo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mindelo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mindelo is N/A. Per capita income is $4,795 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 46.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mindelo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,795

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mindelo, 15.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.1% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.8% report binge drinking. 4.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.8%
51% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Depression4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Mindelo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 77% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.2 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median62.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %77.0%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area25.9 sq mi (67.0 km²)
Population Density2,668/sq mi
Coordinates16.8901°N, 24.9804°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
August 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in

Mindelo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 70°F in February to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.5") and May the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 73.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,668/sq mi
Total Area25.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mindelo

What is the population of Mindelo?

Mindelo has a population of 69,013 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 2,668 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Mindelo expensive to live in?

Mindelo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mindelo?

Mindelo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 62.

How are the schools in Mindelo?

10.0% of adults in Mindelo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mindelo?

The obesity rate in Mindelo is 15.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 4.4% of residents report depression.

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