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Soum, Senegal

Fatick · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Soum is a small city in Fatick, Senegal with a population of 5,044. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
5,044 Population 6,467/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
24.6 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

Population5,044
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density6,467/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population5,044
Population Density6,467 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates14.0818°, -16.4813°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceFatick
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (625 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Soum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soum 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. Soum 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

Soum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Soum has a population of 5,044 with a density of 6,467 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 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

5,044
Total Population
6,467
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Soum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Soum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soum 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: Soum 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 Soum, 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: Soum 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

Soum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.6 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density6,467/sq mi
Coordinates14.0818°N, 16.4813°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 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 5.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.4 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Soum has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 75°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") 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 Density6,467/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Soum

What is the population of Soum?

Soum has a population of 5,044 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 6,467 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 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 Soum expensive to live in?

Soum 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 Soum?

Soum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Soum?

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

How are the schools in Soum?

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

How healthy is Soum?

The obesity rate in Soum 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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