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Ṭinṭâne, Mauritania

Hodh El Gharbi · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Ṭinṭâne is a small city in Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania with a population of 15,684. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
15,684 Population
551 ft Elevation 168 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
8.9 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

Population15,684
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)
Rain8.9 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population15,684
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates16.3946°, -10.1737°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceHodh El Gharbi
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation8.9 inches (227 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Ṭinṭâne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ṭinṭâne 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. Ṭinṭâne 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

Ṭinṭâne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Ṭinṭâne has a population of 15,684. 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

15,684
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Ṭinṭâne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ṭinṭâne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ṭinṭâne 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: Ṭinṭâne 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 Ṭinṭâne, 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: Ṭinṭâne 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

Ṭinṭâne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 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 8.9 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 551 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average85.4°F
58% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.9 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates16.3946°N, 10.1737°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.2 in Warmest
June 95°F (35°C) 0.6 in
July 90°F (32°C) 2.2 in
August 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in Wettest
September 87°F (31°C) 1.9 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.3 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Ṭinṭâne has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 73°F in January to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") 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 Ṭinṭâne

What is the population of Ṭinṭâne?

Ṭinṭâne has a population of 15,684 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 Ṭinṭâne expensive to live in?

Ṭinṭâne 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 Ṭinṭâne?

Ṭinṭâne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Ṭinṭâne?

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

How are the schools in Ṭinṭâne?

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

How healthy is Ṭinṭâne?

The obesity rate in Ṭinṭâne 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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