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Taguilalett, Mauritania

Trarza · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Taguilalett is a small town in Trarza, Mauritania with a population of 2,726. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
2,726 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
5.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott 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 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population2,726
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population2,726
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates17.0405°, -15.5205°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceTrarza
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation5.9 inches (151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Taguilalett a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taguilalett has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Taguilalett has a population of 2,726. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,726
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Taguilalett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taguilalett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taguilalett is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taguilalett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taguilalett, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Taguilalett has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 5.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.9 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates17.0405°N, 15.5205°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
May 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in Warmest
July 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in
August 85°F (29°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 1.9 in
October 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Taguilalett has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 72°F in January to 86°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and May the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taguilalett

What is the population of Taguilalett?

Taguilalett has a population of 2,726 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Taguilalett expensive to live in?

Taguilalett is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taguilalett?

Taguilalett has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Taguilalett?

The job market in Taguilalett faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Taguilalett?

6.0% of adults in Taguilalett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Taguilalett?

The obesity rate in Taguilalett is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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