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Ouad Naga, Mauritania

Trarza · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Ouad Naga is a small city in Trarza, Mauritania with a population of 5,165. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
5,165 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
3.8 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

Population5,165
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 Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain3.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population5,165
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates17.9664°, -15.5180°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceTrarza
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation3.8 inches (96 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Ouad Naga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ouad Naga 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. Ouad Naga 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

Ouad Naga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Ouad Naga has a population of 5,165. 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

5,165
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Ouad Naga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ouad Naga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ouad Naga 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: Ouad Naga 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 Ouad Naga, 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: Ouad Naga 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

Ouad Naga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 329 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 3.8 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 56 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.8 inches
90% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates17.9664°N, 15.5180°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
August 85°F (29°C) 1.6 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in Warmest
October 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in

Ouad Naga has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 70°F in January to 86°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 3.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.6") 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 Ouad Naga

What is the population of Ouad Naga?

Ouad Naga has a population of 5,165 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 Ouad Naga expensive to live in?

Ouad Naga 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 Ouad Naga?

Ouad Naga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Ouad Naga?

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

How are the schools in Ouad Naga?

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

How healthy is Ouad Naga?

The obesity rate in Ouad Naga 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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