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Burē, Ethiopia

Amhara · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Burē is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 46,000. Elevation: 6,752 ft (2,058 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
46,000 Population
6,752 ft Elevation 2,058 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
66.8 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

Population46,000
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain66.8 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation6,752 ft (2,058 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population46,000
Elevation6,752 ft (2,058 m)
Coordinates10.7000°, 37.0667°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation66.8 inches (1,696 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Burē a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burē 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. Burē 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

Burē enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Burē has a population of 46,000. 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

46,000
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burē vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burē vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burē 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: Burē 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 Burē, 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: Burē 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

Burē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 66.8 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 6,752 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.8 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,752 ft (2,058 m)
Coordinates10.7000°N, 37.0667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
March 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
April 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
May 65°F (18°C) 5.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 9.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 14.8 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 15.0 in Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 9.5 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in

Burē has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 60°F in July to 66°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.0") and January 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Burē

What is the population of Burē?

Burē has a population of 46,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia.. 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 Burē expensive to live in?

Burē 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 Burē?

Burē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Burē?

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

How are the schools in Burē?

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

How healthy is Burē?

The obesity rate in Burē 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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