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

Population148,702

Median Age19.1 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$597

Unemployment19.0%

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%

UninsuredN/A

Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI78 (Moderate)

Rain18.1 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.0%

High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband27.6%

Population	148,702
Elevation	3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates	9.9729°, 43.4276°
Timezone	Africa/Mogadishu
Country	🇸🇴 Somalia
State / Province	Awdal
Average Temperature	71°F (22°C)
January Average	64°F (18°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	18.1 inches (460 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	19.1 years

Is Ruqi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruqi receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ruqi faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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

Ruqi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Ruqi has a population of 148,702. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

148,702

Total Population

19.1yrs

Median Age

51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%

Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruqi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Ruqi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ruqi is N/A. The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Ruqi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	19.0%
	426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ruqi, 14.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	14.6%
	54% below US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health


Binge Drinking	0.0%
Depression	11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	30.0%

Food & Exercise

Ruqi has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	71.2°F
	32% above US avg
January Average	64°F (18°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	18.1 inches
	52% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	78.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	65.3%

Geography

Elevation	3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates	9.9729°N, 43.4276°W
Timezone	Africa/Mogadishu

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). 27.6% of households have broadband internet.

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 Access	27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Ruqi, Somalia

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Is Ruqi a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ruqi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ruqi vs U.S. Average

Income: Ruqi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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