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Niangoloko, Burkina Faso

Cascades Region · 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Niangoloko is a mid-size city in Cascades Region, Burkina Faso with a population of 33,292. Elevation: 1,158 ft (353 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
33,292 Population
1,158 ft Elevation 353 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
44.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Ouagadougou 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 6.8%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.1%
240% higher than US avg

People

Population33,292
Median Age18.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$873
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty42.1%

Health

Obesity6.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+41.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Population33,292
Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Coordinates10.2833°, -4.9167°
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
Country🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
State / ProvinceCascades Region
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation44.8 inches (1,137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.7 years

Is Niangoloko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niangoloko 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. Niangoloko faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 42.1% 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%. 41.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Niangoloko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Niangoloko has a population of 33,292. The median age is 18.7 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 2.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

33,292
Total Population
18.7yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Niangoloko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niangoloko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niangoloko is N/A. Per capita income is $873 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Niangoloko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.1%
240% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Niangoloko, 6.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 6.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.8%
79% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Depression6.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Niangoloko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Coordinates10.2833°N, 4.9167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
March 83°F (29°C) 1.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 8.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Niangoloko has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (0.1").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school. 17.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+41.4%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Niangoloko

What is the population of Niangoloko?

Niangoloko has a population of 33,292 residents and is located in Burkina Faso.. The median age of residents is 18.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Niangoloko expensive to live in?

Niangoloko is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Niangoloko?

Niangoloko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Niangoloko?

Niangoloko has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Niangoloko?

3.0% of adults in Niangoloko hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Niangoloko?

The obesity rate in Niangoloko is 6.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 6.7% of residents report depression.

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