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Sokone, Senegal

Fatick · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Sokone is a small city in Fatick, Senegal with a population of 14,745. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
14,745 Population 5,102/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar 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 10.2%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

People

Population14,745
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density5,102/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,698
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.9%

Health

Obesity10.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression11.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population14,745
Population Density5,102 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates13.8833°, -16.3667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceFatick
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (681 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Sokone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sokone receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Sokone faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sokone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Sokone has a population of 14,745 with a density of 5,102 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,745
Total Population
5,102
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sokone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sokone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sokone is N/A. Per capita income is $1,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sokone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sokone, 10.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.5% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.4% report binge drinking. 88.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.2%
68% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.4%
Physical Inactivity88.5%
Depression11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Sokone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 19% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density5,102/sq mi
Coordinates13.8833°N, 16.3667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Sokone has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 75°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school. 60.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,102/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sokone

What is the population of Sokone?

Sokone has a population of 14,745 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 5,102 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Sokone expensive to live in?

Sokone is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sokone?

Sokone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Sokone?

The job market in Sokone is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sokone?

6.0% of adults in Sokone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sokone?

The obesity rate in Sokone is 10.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 88.5% are physically inactive. 11.6% of residents report depression.

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