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Butare, Rwanda

Southern Province · 🇷🇼 Rwanda

Butare is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Rwanda with a population of 62,823. Elevation: 5,804 ft (1,769 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
62,823 Population
5,804 ft Elevation 1,769 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kigali Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
216% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population62,823
Median Age19.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,027
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity4.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.5%
Depression13.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI83 (Moderate)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+78.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.2%
Population62,823
Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)
Coordinates-2.5967°, 29.7394°
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali
Country🇷🇼 Rwanda
State / ProvinceSouthern Province
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,225 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.0 years

Is Butare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butare receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Butare faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Butare enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 83.

Butare has a population of 62,823. The median age is 19.0 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 3.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 59.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

62,823
Total Population
19.0yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Butare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Butare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butare is N/A. Per capita income is $1,027 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above 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 26.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Butare vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
216% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Butare, 4.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.8% have high blood pressure. 5.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.5% report binge drinking. 13.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.9%
85% below US avg
Diabetes4.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.5%
61% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.5%
Depression13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate59.0%

Food & Exercise

Butare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 83 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 62% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,804 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median83.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %61.9%

Geography

Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)
Coordinates-2.5967°N, 29.7394°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali
6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. 34.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+78.8%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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