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Vaadhoo, Maldives

Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll · 🇲🇻 Maldives

Vaadhoo is a small town in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives with a population of 1,471. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,471 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
94.0 in Annual Rain
Indian / Maldives Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg

People

Population1,471
Median Age31.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female62% / 38%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,588
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.4%
Depression3.2%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain94.0 in/yr
Sunny Days166/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.7%
Population1,471
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates0.2267°, 73.2726°
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
Country🇲🇻 Maldives
State / ProvinceGaafu Dhaalu Atoll
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation94.0 inches (2,387 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.9 years

Is Vaadhoo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vaadhoo receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Vaadhoo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vaadhoo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 166 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 94.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Vaadhoo has a population of 1,471. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 38.1% female and 61.9% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,471
Total Population
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vaadhoo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vaadhoo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vaadhoo is N/A. Per capita income is $12,588 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 55, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Vaadhoo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,588

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Vaadhoo, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. 34.1% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.6% report binge drinking. 81.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
High Blood Pressure34.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.6%
Physical Inactivity81.9%
Depression3.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Vaadhoo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 94.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above US avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days166 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall94.0 inches
147% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.0%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates0.2267°N, 73.2726°W
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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