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Dareda, Tanzania

Manyara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Dareda is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 19,876. Elevation: 5,308 ft (1,618 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
19,876 Population
5,308 ft Elevation 1,618 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
$1,224 Median Income
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,224 median income, 1.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$150/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $1,224
98% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $150
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population19,876
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C
Median Income$1,224
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$150
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population19,876
Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)
Coordinates-4.2167°, 35.5500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (835 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,224
Median Age17.7 years

Is Dareda a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dareda is $1,224, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dareda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Dareda has a population of 19,876. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 49.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,876
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dareda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dareda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dareda is $1,224, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,224 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dareda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,224
98% below US avg
Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $150 (87% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$150
87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

In Dareda, 12.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Dareda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,308 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)
Coordinates-4.2167°N, 35.5500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 6.0 in
April 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in

Dareda has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 60°F in July to 68°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.1").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 29.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dareda

What is the population of Dareda?

Dareda has a population of 19,876 residents and is located in Tanzania.. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Dareda expensive to live in?

Dareda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $1,224, 98% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Dareda?

Dareda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Dareda?

The job market in Dareda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Dareda?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Dareda?

4.0% of adults in Dareda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dareda?

The obesity rate in Dareda is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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