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Colenso, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal · 🇿🇦 South Africa

Colenso is a small city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with a population of 7,653. Elevation: 3,169 ft (966 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,653 Population 2,030/sq mi density
3,169 ft Elevation 966 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.4%
800% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

People

Population7,653
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density2,030/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,034
Unemployment32.4%
Poverty31.2%

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.1%
Depression21.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI136 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation3,169 ft (966 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband75.7%
Population7,653
Population Density2,030 / sq mi
Elevation3,169 ft (966 m)
Coordinates-28.7393°, 29.8258°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (775 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Colenso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colenso receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Colenso has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 32.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Colenso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136.

Colenso has a population of 7,653 with a density of 2,030 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,653
Total Population
2,030
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Colenso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Colenso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colenso is N/A. Per capita income is $6,034 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 32.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Colenso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,034

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.4%
800% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Colenso, 30.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. 44.1% have high blood pressure. 24.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.8% report binge drinking. 21.1% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.1%
72% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.8%
Depression21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Colenso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 28% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,169 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median136.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %28.2%

Geography

Elevation3,169 ft (966 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density2,030/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7393°N, 29.8258°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in

Colenso has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 52°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.3").

23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 75.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,030/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Colenso

What is the population of Colenso?

Colenso has a population of 7,653 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 2,030 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Colenso expensive to live in?

Colenso is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Colenso?

Colenso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 136.

How is the job market in Colenso?

The job market in Colenso faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Colenso?

23.5% of adults in Colenso hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Colenso?

The obesity rate in Colenso is 30.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.1% of adults are smokers. 21.1% of residents report depression.

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