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Geiro, Tanzania

Morogoro · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Geiro is a mid-size city in Morogoro, Tanzania with a population of 40,000. Elevation: 4,213 ft (1,284 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
40,000 Population
4,213 ft Elevation 1,284 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
29.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% 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

Population40,000
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation4,213 ft (1,284 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population40,000
Elevation4,213 ft (1,284 m)
Coordinates-6.1500°, 36.8667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMorogoro
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (748 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Geiro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geiro receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Geiro faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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.

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

Geiro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Geiro has a population of 40,000. 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

40,000
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Geiro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Geiro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geiro is N/A. 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: Geiro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Geiro, 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: Geiro 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

Geiro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 4,213 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation4,213 ft (1,284 m)
Coordinates-6.1500°N, 36.8667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
March 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
April 71°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in

Geiro has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 65°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") 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 Geiro

What is the population of Geiro?

Geiro has a population of 40,000 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 Geiro expensive to live in?

Geiro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Geiro?

Geiro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Geiro?

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

How are the schools in Geiro?

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

How healthy is Geiro?

The obesity rate in Geiro 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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