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Nouadhibou, Mauritania

Dakhlet Nouadhibou · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Nouadhibou is a large city in Dakhlet Nouadhibou, Mauritania with a population of 146,048. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
146,048 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
1.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population146,048
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain1.0 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population146,048
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates20.9419°, -17.0384°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceDakhlet Nouadhibou
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation1.0 inches (26 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Nouadhibou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nouadhibou receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nouadhibou faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nouadhibou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Nouadhibou has a population of 146,048. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

146,048
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Nouadhibou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nouadhibou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nouadhibou is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nouadhibou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nouadhibou, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Nouadhibou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 1.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.0 inches
97% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates20.9419°N, 17.0384°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
August 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
October 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in

Nouadhibou has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 65°F in January to 75°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.2") and May the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nouadhibou

What is the population of Nouadhibou?

Nouadhibou has a population of 146,048 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Nouadhibou expensive to live in?

Nouadhibou is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nouadhibou?

Nouadhibou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Nouadhibou?

The job market in Nouadhibou faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nouadhibou?

6.0% of adults in Nouadhibou hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nouadhibou?

The obesity rate in Nouadhibou is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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