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Fransfontein, Namibia

Kunene Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Fransfontein is a small town in Kunene Region, Namibia with a population of 655. Elevation: 3,612 ft (1,101 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
655 Population 697/sq mi density
3,612 ft Elevation 1,101 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
9.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.0%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.3%
436% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

People

Population655
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,188
Unemployment19.3%
Poverty22.9%

Health

Obesity17.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain9.6 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population655
Population Density697 / sq mi
Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)
Coordinates-20.2123°, 15.0147°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceKunene Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation9.6 inches (244 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Fransfontein a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fransfontein receives an overall livability score of 1.8 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. Fransfontein faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fransfontein has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Fransfontein has a population of 655 with a density of 697 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 9.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 66.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

655
Total Population
697
People / sq mi
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fransfontein vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fransfontein vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fransfontein is N/A. Per capita income is $4,188 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fransfontein vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.3%
436% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Fransfontein, 17.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.8% have high blood pressure. 12.0% report binge drinking. 87.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.0%
47% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure43.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity87.4%
Depression18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.0%

Food & Exercise

Fransfontein has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,612 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.6 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates-20.2123°N, 15.0147°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
March 74°F (24°C) 2.6 in Wettest
April 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in

Fransfontein has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 62°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 9.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 64.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density697/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fransfontein

What is the population of Fransfontein?

Fransfontein has a population of 655 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 697 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Fransfontein expensive to live in?

Fransfontein is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Fransfontein?

Fransfontein has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Fransfontein?

The job market in Fransfontein faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Fransfontein?

10.0% of adults in Fransfontein hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Fransfontein?

The obesity rate in Fransfontein is 17.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 87.4% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression.

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