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Tîchît, Mauritania

Tagant · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Tîchît is a small town in Tagant, Mauritania with a population of 1,580. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,580 Population
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
2.3 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

Population1,580
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 Temp85°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain2.3 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population1,580
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates18.4413°, -9.4939°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceTagant
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation2.3 inches (59 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Tîchît a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tîchît 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. Tîchît 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

Tîchît has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Tîchît has a population of 1,580. 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

1,580
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Tîchît vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tîchît vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tîchît 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: Tîchît 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 Tîchît, 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: Tîchît 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

Tîchît has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 332 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 2.3 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 574 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average85.4°F
58% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.3 inches
94% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates18.4413°N, 9.4939°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in
June 96°F (36°C) 0.2 in Warmest
July 94°F (35°C) 0.4 in
August 92°F (33°C) 0.9 in Wettest
September 92°F (33°C) 0.6 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in

Tîchît has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 70°F in January to 96°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.9") 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 Tîchît

What is the population of Tîchît?

Tîchît has a population of 1,580 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 Tîchît expensive to live in?

Tîchît 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 Tîchît?

Tîchît has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Tîchît?

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

How are the schools in Tîchît?

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

How healthy is Tîchît?

The obesity rate in Tîchît 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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