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Sima, Comoros

Anjouan · 🇰🇲 Comoros

Sima is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 8,737. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
8,737 Population
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 16.3%
49% lower than US avg

People

Population8,737
Median Age22.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,560
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity16.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.3%
Depression11.5%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI69 (Moderate)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.7%
Population8,737
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates-12.1956°, 44.2767°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.7 years

Is Sima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sima receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Sima faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 361 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 69.

Sima has a population of 8,737. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 8.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,737
Total Population
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sima is N/A. Per capita income is $1,560 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,560

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sima, 16.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.4% report binge drinking. 11.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity16.3%
49% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.3%
62% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.4%
Depression11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Sima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 69 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 72% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median69.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.7%

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates-12.1956°N, 44.2767°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
April 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
August 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in

Sima has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 73°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.1") and August the driest (1.8").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sima

What is the population of Sima?

Sima has a population of 8,737 residents and is located in Comoros.. The median age of residents is 22.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Sima expensive to live in?

Sima is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sima?

Sima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 69.

How are the schools in Sima?

10.0% of adults in Sima hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sima?

The obesity rate in Sima is 16.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.3% of adults are smokers. 11.5% of residents report depression.

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