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Bedelē, Ethiopia

Oromiya · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Bedelē is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 40,500. Elevation: 6,598 ft (2,011 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
40,500 Population 12,310/sq mi density
6,598 ft Elevation 2,011 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
70.6 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

Population40,500
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density12,310/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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain70.6 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population40,500
Population Density12,310 / sq mi
Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)
Coordinates8.4560°, 36.3530°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation70.6 inches (1,792 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Bedelē a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedelē receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bedelē 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

Bedelē enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Bedelē has a population of 40,500 with a density of 12,310 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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

40,500
Total Population
12,310
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedelē vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bedelē vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedelē 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: Bedelē 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 Bedelē, 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: Bedelē 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

Bedelē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 6,598 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.6 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density12,310/sq mi
Coordinates8.4560°N, 36.3530°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
April 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 8.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 11.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 12.2 in
August 64°F (18°C) 12.5 in Coldest, Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 9.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Driest

Bedelē has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 64°F in August to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 70.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.5") and December the driest (0.8").

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 Density12,310/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bedelē

What is the population of Bedelē?

Bedelē has a population of 40,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 12,310 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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 Bedelē expensive to live in?

Bedelē 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 Bedelē?

Bedelē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Bedelē?

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

How are the schools in Bedelē?

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

How healthy is Bedelē?

The obesity rate in Bedelē 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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