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Archers Post, Kenya

Samburu County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Archers Post is a small town in Samburu County, Kenya with a population of 4,620. Elevation: 2,769 ft (844 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
4,620 Population
2,769 ft Elevation 844 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
19.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population4,620
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,769 ft (844 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population4,620
Elevation2,769 ft (844 m)
Coordinates0.6397°, 37.6660°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceSamburu County
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (490 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Archers Post a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Archers Post has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Archers Post has a population of 4,620. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,620
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Archers Post vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Archers Post vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archers Post is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Archers Post vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Archers Post, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Archers Post vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Archers Post has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,769 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation2,769 ft (844 m)
Coordinates0.6397°N, 37.6660°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
April 76°F (24°C) 4.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
November 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Archers Post has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 73°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.2").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Archers Post

What is the population of Archers Post?

Archers Post has a population of 4,620 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Archers Post expensive to live in?

Archers Post is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Archers Post?

Archers Post has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Archers Post?

The unemployment rate in Archers Post is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Archers Post?

10.4% of adults in Archers Post hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Archers Post?

The obesity rate in Archers Post is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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