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Mocímboa da Praia, Mozambique

Cabo Delgado Province · 🇲🇿 Mozambique

Mocímboa da Praia is a mid-size city in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique with a population of 45,313. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
45,313 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.3%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
84% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 81.4%
556% higher than US avg

People

Population45,313
Median Age17.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$622
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty81.4%

Health

Obesity10.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.6%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI168 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband19.8%
Population45,313
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-11.3517°, 40.3516°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceCabo Delgado Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,054 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.2 years

Is Mocímboa da Praia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mocímboa da Praia receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Mocímboa da Praia faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 81.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mocímboa da Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 168.

Mocímboa da Praia has a population of 45,313. The median age is 17.2 years, 56% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 5.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 50.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

45,313
Total Population
17.2yrs
Median Age
56% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mocímboa da Praia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mocímboa da Praia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mocímboa da Praia is N/A. Per capita income is $622 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 81.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 38.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mocímboa da Praia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$622

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
84% above US avg
Poverty Rate81.4%
556% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living38.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mocímboa da Praia, 10.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 38.6% have high blood pressure. 6.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 87.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Mocímboa da Praia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.3%
68% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.6%
53% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity87.1%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.0%

Food & Exercise

Mocímboa da Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 168 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median168.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %13.2%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-11.3517°N, 40.3516°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in Wettest
April 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
December 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in

Mocímboa da Praia has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 74°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.4") and September the driest (0.2").

7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 19.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mocímboa da Praia

What is the population of Mocímboa da Praia?

Mocímboa da Praia has a population of 45,313 residents and is located in Mozambique.. The median age of residents is 17.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Mocímboa da Praia expensive to live in?

Mocímboa da Praia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 38.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mocímboa da Praia?

Mocímboa da Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 168.

How is the job market in Mocímboa da Praia?

The unemployment rate in Mocímboa da Praia is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Mocímboa da Praia?

7.5% of adults in Mocímboa da Praia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mocímboa da Praia?

The obesity rate in Mocímboa da Praia is 10.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.6% of adults are smokers. 87.1% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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