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Aksum, Ethiopia

Tigray · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Aksum is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 94,500. Elevation: 6,991 ft (2,131 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
94,500 Population 14,168/sq mi density
6,991 ft Elevation 2,131 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.8%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population94,500
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density14,168/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,056
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity2.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.4%
Depression17.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation6,991 ft (2,131 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population94,500
Population Density14,168 / sq mi
Elevation6,991 ft (2,131 m)
Coordinates14.1211°, 38.7234°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceTigray
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Aksum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aksum receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Aksum faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aksum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Aksum has a population of 94,500 with a density of 14,168 people per square mile. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

94,500
Total Population
14,168
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Aksum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aksum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aksum is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Aksum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Aksum, 2.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.4% are current smokers. 17.1% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.8%
91% below US avg
Diabetes5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.4%
76% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Depression17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Aksum has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,991 ft (2,131 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density14,168/sq mi
Coordinates14.1211°N, 38.7234°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 16.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14,168/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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