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Pendembu, Sierra Leone

Eastern Province · 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

Pendembu is a small city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 8,780. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
8,780 Population
669 ft Elevation 204 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
105.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown 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 7.1%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
13% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.5%
235% higher than US avg

People

Population8,780
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$758
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty41.5%

Health

Obesity7.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.3%
Depression12.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain105.3 in/yr
Sunny Days164/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.6%
Population8,780
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates8.0981°, -10.6943°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation105.3 inches (2,675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Pendembu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pendembu receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Pendembu faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.5% 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pendembu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 164 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Pendembu has a population of 8,780. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,780
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pendembu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pendembu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pendembu is N/A. Per capita income is $758 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pendembu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
13% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.5%
235% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pendembu, 7.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.8% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 12.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Pendembu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.1%
78% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure40.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Depression12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Pendembu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days164 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall105.3 inches
177% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates8.0981°N, 10.6943°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 20.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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