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Oualata, Mauritania

Hodh Ech Chargi · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Oualata is a small city in Hodh Ech Chargi, Mauritania with a population of 11,779. Elevation: 997 ft (304 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
11,779 Population 0/sq mi density
997 ft Elevation 304 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
5.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone
$2,136 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$2,136 median income, 10.3% unemployment
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,136
97% lower than US avg
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

Population11,779
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,136
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain5.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population11,779
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Coordinates17.2978°, -7.0235°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceHodh Ech Chargi
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation5.4 inches (137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,136
Median Age22.1 years

Is Oualata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oualata receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Oualata faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oualata is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Oualata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Oualata has a population of 11,779 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 35,943.0 square miles. 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

11,779
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
35,943.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Oualata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oualata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oualata is $2,136, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Oualata vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,136
97% below US avg
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 Oualata, 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: Oualata 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

Oualata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 5.4 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 997 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average85.4°F
58% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.4 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area35,943.0 sq mi (93,092.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates17.2978°N, 7.0235°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.2 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.2 in Warmest
June 94°F (35°C) 0.3 in
July 91°F (33°C) 1.3 in
August 88°F (31°C) 1.9 in Wettest
September 89°F (32°C) 1.2 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Oualata has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 72°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 5.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and January 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

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area35,943.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oualata

What is the population of Oualata?

Oualata has a population of 11,779 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 35,943.0 square miles. 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 Oualata expensive to live in?

Oualata is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Oualata?

Oualata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Oualata?

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

How are the schools in Oualata?

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

How healthy is Oualata?

The obesity rate in Oualata 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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