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Salal, Chad

Barh el Gazel · 🇹🇩 Chad

Salal is a small city in Barh el Gazel, Chad with a population of 7,139. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
7,139 Population
886 ft Elevation 270 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
5.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Ndjamena Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 6.7%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
71% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.5%
219% higher than US avg

People

Population7,139
Median Age16.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$949
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty39.5%

Health

Obesity6.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression10.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI180 (Unhealthy)
Rain5.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+30.6%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband13.2%
Population7,139
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates14.8439°, 17.2254°
TimezoneAfrica/Ndjamena
Country🇹🇩 Chad
State / ProvinceBarh el Gazel
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation5.7 inches (144 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.7 years

Is Salal a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 39.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 180.

Salal has a population of 7,139. The median age is 16.7 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 2.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 26.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,139
Total Population
16.7yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Salal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salal is N/A. Per capita income is $949 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
71% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.5%
219% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Salal, 6.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.9% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.0% report binge drinking. 10.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.7%
79% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.0%
Depression10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate26.0%

Food & Exercise

Salal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 5.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 180 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 9% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.7 inches
85% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median180.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %8.7%

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates14.8439°N, 17.2254°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ndjamena
3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school. 13.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+30.6%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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