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Āykel, Ethiopia

Amhara · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Āykel is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 34,000. Elevation: 7,375 ft (2,248 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
34,000 Population
7,375 ft Elevation 2,248 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
45.0 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

Population34,000
Median Age19.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation7,375 ft (2,248 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population34,000
Elevation7,375 ft (2,248 m)
Coordinates12.5500°, 37.0667°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,144 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Āykel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Āykel 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. Āykel 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

Āykel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Āykel has a population of 34,000. 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

34,000
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Āykel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Āykel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Āykel 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: Āykel 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 Āykel, 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: Āykel 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

Āykel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 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 7,375 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation7,375 ft (2,248 m)
Coordinates12.5500°N, 37.0667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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