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Niafunké, Mali

Tombouctou · 🇲🇱 Mali

Niafunké is a small city in Tombouctou, Mali with a population of 6,901. Elevation: 883 ft (269 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
6,901 Population
883 ft Elevation 269 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
9.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bamako 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 11.4%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

People

Population6,901
Median Age16.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,044
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty36.1%

Health

Obesity11.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.2%
Depression8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI22 (Good)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation883 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+35.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.1%
Population6,901
Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Coordinates15.9322°, -3.9906°
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako
Country🇲🇱 Mali
State / ProvinceTombouctou
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation9.5 inches (242 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.4 years

Is Niafunké a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 36.1% 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%. 35.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Niafunké has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Niafunké has a population of 6,901. The median age is 16.4 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 2.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 41.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,901
Total Population
16.4yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Niafunké vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niafunké vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niafunké is N/A. Per capita income is $1,044 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Niafunké vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Niafunké, 11.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 34.6% have high blood pressure. 5.2% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.6% report binge drinking. 8.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.4%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure34.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.2%
63% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.6%
Depression8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate41.0%

Food & Exercise

Niafunké has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.5 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median22.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.6%

Geography

Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Coordinates15.9322°N, 3.9906°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.1 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 0.8 in
July 85°F (29°C) 2.5 in
August 83°F (28°C) 3.8 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 1.8 in
October 85°F (29°C) 0.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Niafunké has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 72°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school. 35.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+35.5%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Niafunké

What is the population of Niafunké?

Niafunké has a population of 6,901 residents and is located in Mali.. The median age of residents is 16.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Niafunké expensive to live in?

Niafunké is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Niafunké?

Niafunké has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 22.

How is the job market in Niafunké?

The job market in Niafunké is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Niafunké?

3.0% of adults in Niafunké hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school.

How healthy is Niafunké?

The obesity rate in Niafunké is 11.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.2% of adults are smokers. 8.3% of residents report depression.

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