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Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso

Nord · 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Ouahigouya is a large city in Nord, Burkina Faso with a population of 124,587. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
124,587 Population
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
22.0 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

Population124,587
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Population124,587
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates13.5769°, -2.4179°
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
Country🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
State / ProvinceNord
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.7 years

Is Ouahigouya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ouahigouya 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. Ouahigouya 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

Ouahigouya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Ouahigouya has a population of 124,587. 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

124,587
Total Population
18.7yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ouahigouya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ouahigouya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ouahigouya 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: Ouahigouya 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 Ouahigouya, 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: Ouahigouya 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

Ouahigouya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 1,040 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.4°F
53% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates13.5769°N, 2.4179°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 3.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Ouahigouya has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 75°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") 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%. 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 Ouahigouya

What is the population of Ouahigouya?

Ouahigouya has a population of 124,587 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 Ouahigouya expensive to live in?

Ouahigouya 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 Ouahigouya?

Ouahigouya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Ouahigouya?

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

How are the schools in Ouahigouya?

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

How healthy is Ouahigouya?

The obesity rate in Ouahigouya 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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