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Funtua, Nigeria

Katsina State · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Funtua is a large city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 136,811. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
136,811 Population
2,326 ft Elevation 709 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population136,811
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population136,811
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Coordinates11.5235°, 7.3117°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceKatsina State
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Funtua a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Funtua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Funtua has a population of 136,811. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

136,811
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Funtua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Funtua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Funtua is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Funtua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Funtua, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Funtua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Coordinates11.5235°N, 7.3117°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 3.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 8.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in

Funtua has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 72°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (0.0").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Funtua

What is the population of Funtua?

Funtua has a population of 136,811 residents and is located in Nigeria.. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Funtua expensive to live in?

Funtua is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Funtua?

Funtua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Funtua?

Funtua has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Funtua?

9.7% of adults in Funtua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Funtua?

The obesity rate in Funtua is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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