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Mogadishu, Somalia

Banaadir · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Mogadishu is a major city in Banaadir, Somalia with a population of 2,587,183. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
2,587,183 Population 73,625/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
18.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu 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 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population2,587,183
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density73,625/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population2,587,183
Population Density73,625 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates2.0371°, 45.3438°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceBanaadir
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation18.7 inches (476 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Mogadishu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mogadishu receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mogadishu faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

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

Mogadishu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Mogadishu has a population of 2,587,183 with a density of 73,625 people per square mile, spread across 35.1 square miles. 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

2,587,183
Total Population
73,625
People / sq mi
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
35.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mogadishu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mogadishu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mogadishu is N/A. 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: Mogadishu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Mogadishu, 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: Mogadishu 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

Mogadishu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.7 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

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.7 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area35.1 sq mi (91.0 km²)
Population Density73,625/sq mi
Coordinates2.0371°N, 45.3438°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in
April 84°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
June 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Mogadishu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in July to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") 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

Population Density73,625/sq mi
Total Area35.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mogadishu

What is the population of Mogadishu?

Mogadishu has a population of 2,587,183 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 73,625 people per square mile, spread across 35.1 square miles. 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 Mogadishu expensive to live in?

Mogadishu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mogadishu?

Mogadishu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Mogadishu?

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

How are the schools in Mogadishu?

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

How healthy is Mogadishu?

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

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