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Finote Selam, Ethiopia

Amhara · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Finote Selam is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 58,400. Elevation: 6,280 ft (1,914 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
58,400 Population
6,280 ft Elevation 1,914 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
60.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.8%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population58,400
Median Age19.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,056
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity2.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.4%
Depression17.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation6,280 ft (1,914 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population58,400
Elevation6,280 ft (1,914 m)
Coordinates10.7000°, 37.2667°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation60.4 inches (1,534 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Finote Selam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Finote Selam 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. Finote Selam faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Finote Selam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Finote Selam has a population of 58,400. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

58,400
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Finote Selam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Finote Selam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Finote Selam is N/A. Per capita income is $1,056 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below 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 30.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Finote Selam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Finote Selam, 2.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.4% have high blood pressure. 3.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Finote Selam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.8%
91% below US avg
Diabetes5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.4%
76% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Depression17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Finote Selam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,280 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,280 ft (1,914 m)
Coordinates10.7000°N, 37.2667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in Warmest
May 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 8.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 14.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 13.8 in
September 63°F (17°C) 8.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in

Finote Selam has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 62°F in July to 68°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.1") and January the driest (0.6").

5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 16.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Finote Selam

What is the population of Finote Selam?

Finote Selam has a population of 58,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia.. The median age of residents is 19.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Finote Selam expensive to live in?

Finote Selam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Finote Selam?

Finote Selam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Finote Selam?

Finote Selam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Finote Selam?

5.9% of adults in Finote Selam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Finote Selam?

The obesity rate in Finote Selam is 2.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% of residents report depression.

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