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Oualou-Gouékan, Ivory Coast

Woroba · 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast

Oualou-Gouékan is a small town in Woroba, Ivory Coast with a population of 712. Elevation: 1,519 ft (463 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
712 Population
1,519 ft Elevation 463 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
55.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Abidjan 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 11.6%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

People

Population712
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,592
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty20.9%

Health

Obesity11.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.7%
Depression12.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI20 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband40.7%
Population712
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Coordinates8.0072°, -7.7915°
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Country🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / ProvinceWoroba
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation55.9 inches (1,421 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Oualou-Gouékan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Oualou-Gouékan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Oualou-Gouékan has a population of 712. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 46.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

712
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oualou-Gouékan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oualou-Gouékan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oualou-Gouékan is N/A. Per capita income is $2,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Oualou-Gouékan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Oualou-Gouékan, 11.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.3% have high blood pressure. 5.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 12.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Oualou-Gouékan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.6%
64% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Depression12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.0%

Food & Exercise

Oualou-Gouékan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,519 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median20.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.0%

Geography

Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Coordinates8.0072°N, 7.7915°W
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 1.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 4.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 5.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 7.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.1 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.3 in Coldest, Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 10.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 4.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in

Oualou-Gouékan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 73°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.4").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 40.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oualou-Gouékan

What is the population of Oualou-Gouékan?

Oualou-Gouékan has a population of 712 residents and is located in Ivory Coast.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Oualou-Gouékan expensive to live in?

Oualou-Gouékan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Oualou-Gouékan?

Oualou-Gouékan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Oualou-Gouékan?

The job market in Oualou-Gouékan is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Oualou-Gouékan?

6.0% of adults in Oualou-Gouékan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Oualou-Gouékan?

The obesity rate in Oualou-Gouékan is 11.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of adults are smokers. 12.7% of residents report depression.

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