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Chogoria, Kenya

Tharaka - Nithi · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Chogoria is a small city in Tharaka - Nithi, Kenya with a population of 7,603. Elevation: 5,079 ft (1,548 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
7,603 Population
5,079 ft Elevation 1,548 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
69.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population7,603
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain69.8 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population7,603
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Coordinates-0.2295°, 37.6273°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceTharaka - Nithi
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation69.8 inches (1,772 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Chogoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chogoria receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Chogoria faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chogoria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Chogoria has a population of 7,603. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,603
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chogoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chogoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chogoria is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Chogoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Chogoria, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Chogoria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,079 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.8 inches
84% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Coordinates-0.2295°N, 37.6273°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 64°F (18°C)
1.7"
Feb 65°F (18°C)
1.9"
Mar 66°F (19°C)
5.6"
Apr 65°F (18°C)
14.8"
May 64°F (18°C)
9.6"
Jun 62°F (16°C)
1.5"
Jul 61°F (16°C)
2.1"
Aug 61°F (16°C)
2.3"
Sep 63°F (17°C)
1.7"
Oct 65°F (18°C)
10.1"
Nov 64°F (18°C)
13.5"
Dec 63°F (17°C)
5.0"

The warmest month is March at 66°F, while the coldest is July at 61°F — a seasonal swing of 5°F. April sees the most rain (14.8"), while June is the driest (1.5").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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