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Oujeft, Mauritania

Adrar · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Oujeft is a small town in Adrar, Mauritania with a population of 3,134. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
3,134 Population 17/sq mi density
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
2.6 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

Population3,134
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density17/mi²
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 Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain2.6 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population3,134
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates19.9622°, -13.0594°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAdrar
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation2.6 inches (65 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Oujeft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oujeft 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. Oujeft 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

Oujeft has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Oujeft has a population of 3,134 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 183.1 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

3,134
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
183.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Oujeft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oujeft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oujeft 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: Oujeft 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 Oujeft, 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: Oujeft 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

Oujeft has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 331 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 2.6 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 719 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average84.0°F
56% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.6 inches
93% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area183.1 sq mi (474.2 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates19.9622°N, 13.0594°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 94°F (35°C) 0.1 in Warmest
July 94°F (35°C) 0.3 in
August 93°F (34°C) 0.9 in Wettest
September 92°F (34°C) 0.9 in
October 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in

Oujeft has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 69°F in January to 94°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 2.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.9") 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

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area183.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oujeft

What is the population of Oujeft?

Oujeft has a population of 3,134 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 183.1 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 Oujeft expensive to live in?

Oujeft 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 Oujeft?

Oujeft has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Oujeft?

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

How are the schools in Oujeft?

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

How healthy is Oujeft?

The obesity rate in Oujeft 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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