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Akwanga, Nigeria

Nasarawa State · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Akwanga is a small city in Nasarawa State, Nigeria with a population of 15,985. Elevation: 1,490 ft (454 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
15,985 Population
1,490 ft Elevation 454 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
58.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population15,985
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population15,985
Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)
Coordinates8.9108°, 8.4066°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceNasarawa State
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation58.8 inches (1,494 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Akwanga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akwanga receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Akwanga faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Akwanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Akwanga has a population of 15,985. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,985
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Akwanga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akwanga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akwanga is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Akwanga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Akwanga, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Akwanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,490 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)
Coordinates8.9108°N, 8.4066°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 3.1 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 12.6 in Coldest, Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 11.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Akwanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 76°F in August to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (0.0").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Akwanga

What is the population of Akwanga?

Akwanga has a population of 15,985 residents and is located in Nigeria.. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Akwanga expensive to live in?

Akwanga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Akwanga?

Akwanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Akwanga?

Akwanga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Akwanga?

9.7% of adults in Akwanga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Akwanga?

The obesity rate in Akwanga is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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