Oldest Cities in Guinea-Bissau

Top 23 cities ranked by oldest cities

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Oldest Cities — Guinea-Bissau

1 Farim 04 18.4

2 Bissau 11 18.4

3 Gabú 10 18.4

4 Bafatá 01 18.4

5 Xitole 01 18.4

6 Canchungo 06 18.4

7 Bissorã 04 18.4

8 Jabicunda 18.4

9 Madina do Boé 10 18.4

10 Bolama 05 18.4

11 Cacheu 06 18.4

12 Bula 06 18.4

13 Pitche 10 18.4

14 Catió 07 18.4

15 Mansôa 04 18.4

16 Bubaque 05 18.4

17 Ingoré 06 18.4

18 Buba 02 18.4

19 Bambadinca 01 18.4

20 Quebo 07 18.4

21 Quinhámel 12 18.4

22 São Domingos 06 18.4

23 Mansabá 04 18.4

Cities with the oldest median ages in Guinea-Bissau often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Farim has a median age of 18.4 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Farim's residents are over 18.4 years old.
2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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