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Praia, Cabo Verde

Praia · 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde

Praia is a large city in Praia, Cabo Verde with a population of 137,868. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
137,868 Population 3,481/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
9.1 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Cape Verde Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.8%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population137,868
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density3,481/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,795
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity15.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI62 (Moderate)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband73.5%
Population137,868
Population Density3,481 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates14.9315°, -23.5125°
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
Country🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
State / ProvincePraia
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (232 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.8 years

Is Praia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Praia receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Praia faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Praia has a population of 137,868 with a density of 3,481 people per square mile, spread across 39.6 square miles. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

137,868
Total Population
3,481
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
39.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Praia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Praia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Praia is N/A. Per capita income is $4,795 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 46.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Praia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,795

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Praia, 15.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.1% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.8% report binge drinking. 4.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.8%
51% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Depression4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 77% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median62.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %77.0%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area39.6 sq mi (102.6 km²)
Population Density3,481/sq mi
Coordinates14.9315°N, 23.5125°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
May 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Praia has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 71°F in January to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 9.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 73.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,481/sq mi
Total Area39.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Praia

What is the population of Praia?

Praia has a population of 137,868 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 3,481 people per square mile, spread across 39.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Praia expensive to live in?

Praia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Praia?

Praia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 62.

How are the schools in Praia?

10.0% of adults in Praia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Praia?

The obesity rate in Praia is 15.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 4.4% of residents report depression.

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