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Ga-Rankuwa, South Africa

North West · 🇿🇦 South Africa

Ga-Rankuwa is a mid-size city in North West, South Africa with a population of 90,945. Elevation: 4,088 ft (1,246 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
90,945 Population 4,513/sq mi density
4,088 ft Elevation 1,246 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.6 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

Population90,945
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density4,513/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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI136 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband75.7%
Population90,945
Population Density4,513 / sq mi
Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)
Coordinates-25.6169°, 27.9947°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceNorth West
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (447 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Ga-Rankuwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ga-Rankuwa 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. Ga-Rankuwa 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

Ga-Rankuwa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136.

Ga-Rankuwa has a population of 90,945 with a density of 4,513 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 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

90,945
Total Population
4,513
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
20.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ga-Rankuwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ga-Rankuwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ga-Rankuwa 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: Ga-Rankuwa 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 Ga-Rankuwa, 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: Ga-Rankuwa 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

Ga-Rankuwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 4,088 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.2 km²)
Population Density4,513/sq mi
Coordinates-25.6169°N, 27.9947°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
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 Density4,513/sq mi
Total Area20.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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