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R'kiz, Mauritania

Trarza · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

R'kiz is a small city in Trarza, Mauritania with a population of 10,688. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
10,688 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
6.9 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

Population10,688
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain6.9 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population10,688
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates16.9151°, -15.2370°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceTrarza
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation6.9 inches (174 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is R'kiz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, R'kiz 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. R'kiz 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

R'kiz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

R'kiz has a population of 10,688. 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

10,688
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

R'kiz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

R'kiz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in R'kiz 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: R'kiz 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 R'kiz, 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: R'kiz 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

R'kiz has an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.9 inches. The area enjoys 324 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.0°F
54% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.9 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates16.9151°N, 15.2370°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 37.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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