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Tenaha, Mauritania

Assaba · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Tenaha is a small town in Assaba, Mauritania with a population of 754. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
754 Population
220 ft Elevation 67 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
18.6 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

Population754
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 Temp86°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population754
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates15.1238°, -10.8985°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAssaba
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Tenaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tenaha 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. Tenaha 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

Tenaha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Tenaha has a population of 754. 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

754
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Tenaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tenaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tenaha 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: Tenaha 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 Tenaha, 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: Tenaha 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

Tenaha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.6 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 220 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average85.7°F
59% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates15.1238°N, 10.8985°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
March 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
April 93°F (34°C) 0.1 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 92°F (33°C) 1.9 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.9 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.4 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 3.9 in
October 86°F (30°C) 1.0 in
November 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in

Tenaha has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 77°F in January to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.4") 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%. 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 Tenaha

What is the population of Tenaha?

Tenaha has a population of 754 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 Tenaha expensive to live in?

Tenaha 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 Tenaha?

Tenaha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Tenaha?

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

How are the schools in Tenaha?

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

How healthy is Tenaha?

The obesity rate in Tenaha 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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