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Qandala, Somalia

Bari · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Qandala is a small city in Bari, Somalia with a population of 19,300. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
19,300 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
1.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
$597 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$597 median income, 19.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $597
99% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population19,300
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

D
Median Income$597
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain1.1 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population19,300
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.4720°, 49.8728°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceBari
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation1.1 inches (27 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$597
Median Age19.1 years

Is Qandala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qandala receives an overall livability score of 1.6 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. Qandala faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qandala is $597, 99% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Qandala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Qandala has a population of 19,300. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,300
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Qandala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qandala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qandala is $597, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Qandala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$597
99% below US avg
Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Qandala, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Qandala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 1.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.1 inches
97% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.4720°N, 49.8728°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Wettest
May 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
June 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
July 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Qandala has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 74°F in December to 88°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.3") and July the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qandala

What is the population of Qandala?

Qandala has a population of 19,300 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Qandala expensive to live in?

Qandala is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $597, 99% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Qandala?

Qandala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Qandala?

The job market in Qandala faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Qandala?

3.0% of adults in Qandala hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Qandala?

The obesity rate in Qandala is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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