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Rosso, Mauritania

Trarza · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Rosso is a small city in Trarza, Mauritania with a population of 15,870. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
15,870 Population 57/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
8.0 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

Population15,870
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density57/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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain8.0 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population15,870
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates16.5138°, -15.8050°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceTrarza
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation8.0 inches (203 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Rosso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosso 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. Rosso 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

Rosso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Rosso has a population of 15,870 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 277.0 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

15,870
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
277.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rosso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosso 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: Rosso 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 Rosso, 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: Rosso 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

Rosso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 8.0 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.0 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area277.0 sq mi (717.5 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates16.5138°N, 15.8050°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 87°F (30°C) 0.3 in Warmest
July 85°F (30°C) 1.2 in
August 85°F (30°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 2.6 in
October 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Rosso has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 73°F in January to 87°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") 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 Density57/sq mi
Total Area277.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rosso

What is the population of Rosso?

Rosso has a population of 15,870 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 277.0 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 Rosso expensive to live in?

Rosso 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 Rosso?

Rosso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Rosso?

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

How are the schools in Rosso?

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

How healthy is Rosso?

The obesity rate in Rosso 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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