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Butaleja, Uganda

Eastern Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Butaleja is a small city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 24,000. Elevation: 3,501 ft (1,067 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
24,000 Population
3,501 ft Elevation 1,067 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.9%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.8%
382% higher than US avg

People

Population24,000
Median Age15.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,002
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty59.8%

Health

Obesity7.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.6%
Depression4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population24,000
Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)
Coordinates0.9119°, 33.9511°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceEastern Region
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,193 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Butaleja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butaleja receives an overall livability score of 1.4 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. Butaleja faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 59.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Butaleja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Butaleja has a population of 24,000. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

24,000
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Butaleja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Butaleja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butaleja is N/A. Per capita income is $1,002 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Butaleja vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.8%
382% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Butaleja, 7.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.5% have high blood pressure. 4.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.9%
75% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.6%
67% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression4.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Butaleja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,501 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)
Coordinates0.9119°N, 33.9511°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.3 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
April 74°F (24°C) 6.8 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 6.6 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in

Butaleja has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 72°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (1.4").

4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 15.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Butaleja

What is the population of Butaleja?

Butaleja has a population of 24,000 residents and is located in Uganda.. The median age of residents is 15.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Butaleja expensive to live in?

Butaleja is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Butaleja?

Butaleja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Butaleja?

The job market in Butaleja is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Butaleja?

4.6% of adults in Butaleja hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Butaleja?

The obesity rate in Butaleja is 7.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.6% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 4.3% of residents report depression.

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