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Awasa, Ethiopia

Sidama Region · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Awasa is a large city in Sidama Region, Ethiopia with a population of 422,200. Elevation: 5,568 ft (1,697 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
422,200 Population 21,864/sq mi density
5,568 ft Elevation 1,697 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
39.4 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

Population422,200
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density21,864/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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation5,568 ft (1,697 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population422,200
Population Density21,864 / sq mi
Elevation5,568 ft (1,697 m)
Coordinates7.0621°, 38.4764°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceSidama Region
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation39.4 inches (1,000 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Awasa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Awasa 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. Awasa 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

Awasa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Awasa has a population of 422,200 with a density of 21,864 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

422,200
Total Population
21,864
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
19.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Awasa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Awasa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Awasa is N/A. Per capita income is $1,056 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Awasa 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 Awasa, 2.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.4% have high blood pressure. 3.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Awasa 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

Awasa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,568 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation5,568 ft (1,697 m)
Area19.3 sq mi (50.0 km²)
Population Density21,864/sq mi
Coordinates7.0621°N, 38.4764°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
February 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.9 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 5.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Driest

Awasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 65°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and December the driest (0.7").

5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 16.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density21,864/sq mi
Total Area19.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Awasa

What is the population of Awasa?

Awasa has a population of 422,200 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 21,864 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Awasa expensive to live in?

Awasa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Awasa?

Awasa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Awasa?

Awasa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Awasa?

5.9% of adults in Awasa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Awasa?

The obesity rate in Awasa is 2.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% of residents report depression.

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