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Basotu, Tanzania

Manyara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Basotu is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 20,937. Elevation: 5,279 ft (1,609 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
20,937 Population
5,279 ft Elevation 1,609 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population20,937
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population20,937
Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)
Coordinates-4.3667°, 35.0833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Basotu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basotu receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Basotu faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Basotu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Basotu has a population of 20,937. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 49.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,937
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Basotu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basotu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basotu is N/A. Per capita income is $1,224 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Basotu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Basotu, 12.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Basotu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,279 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)
Coordinates-4.3667°N, 35.0833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 4.8 in
February 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
November 69°F (20°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in

Basotu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 61°F in July to 69°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 29.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Basotu

What is the population of Basotu?

Basotu has a population of 20,937 residents and is located in Tanzania.. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Basotu expensive to live in?

Basotu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Basotu?

Basotu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Basotu?

The job market in Basotu is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Basotu?

4.0% of adults in Basotu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Basotu?

The obesity rate in Basotu is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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