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Tambacounda, Senegal

Tambacounda · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Tambacounda is a large city in Tambacounda, Senegal with a population of 149,071. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
149,071 Population
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
29.5 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

Population149,071
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population149,071
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates13.7707°, -13.6673°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceTambacounda
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (749 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Tambacounda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tambacounda 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. Tambacounda 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

Tambacounda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Tambacounda has a population of 149,071. 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

149,071
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tambacounda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tambacounda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tambacounda 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: Tambacounda 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 Tambacounda, 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: Tambacounda 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

Tambacounda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.5 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 105 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates13.7707°N, 13.6673°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 3.8 in
July 80°F (26°C) 6.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Tambacounda has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 75°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and January 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tambacounda

What is the population of Tambacounda?

Tambacounda has a population of 149,071 residents and is located in Senegal.. 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 Tambacounda expensive to live in?

Tambacounda 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 Tambacounda?

Tambacounda 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 80°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Tambacounda?

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

How are the schools in Tambacounda?

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

How healthy is Tambacounda?

The obesity rate in Tambacounda 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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