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Gitega, Burundi

Gitega · 🇧🇮 Burundi

Gitega is a mid-size city in Gitega, Burundi with a population of 64,904. Elevation: 5,525 ft (1,684 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
64,904 Population 7,645/sq mi density
5,525 ft Elevation 1,684 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
45.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.0%
84% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
74% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 74.2%
498% higher than US avg

People

Population64,904
Median Age18.4 yrs
Density7,645/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$251
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty74.2%

Health

Obesity5.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.3%
Depression24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI62 (Moderate)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation5,525 ft (1,684 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+71.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband11.1%
Population64,904
Population Density7,645 / sq mi
Elevation5,525 ft (1,684 m)
Coordinates-3.4271°, 29.9246°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceGitega
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.5 inches (1,156 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.4 years

Is Gitega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gitega receives an overall livability score of 1.2 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. Gitega faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 74.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gitega enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Gitega has a population of 64,904 with a density of 7,645 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age is 18.4 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 2.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

64,904
Total Population
7,645
People / sq mi
18.4yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gitega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gitega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gitega is N/A. Per capita income is $251 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 74.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 18.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gitega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
74% below US avg
Poverty Rate74.2%
498% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gitega, 5.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 34.2% have high blood pressure. 7.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.0%
84% below US avg
Diabetes4.2%
High Blood Pressure34.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.3%
48% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Depression24.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Gitega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 77% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,525 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median62.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %77.2%

Geography

Elevation5,525 ft (1,684 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density7,645/sq mi
Coordinates-3.4271°N, 29.9246°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in
February 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in
April 66°F (19°C) 7.2 in Wettest
May 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in Warmest
October 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
November 65°F (19°C) 5.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in

Gitega has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 64°F in June to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.1").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. 11.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+71.4%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,645/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gitega

What is the population of Gitega?

Gitega has a population of 64,904 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 7,645 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 18.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Gitega expensive to live in?

Gitega is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gitega?

Gitega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 62.

How is the job market in Gitega?

The job market in Gitega is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gitega?

3.0% of adults in Gitega hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gitega?

The obesity rate in Gitega is 5.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.3% of adults are smokers. 24.0% of residents report depression.

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