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Giyani, South Africa

Limpopo · 🇿🇦 South Africa

Giyani is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 37,024. Elevation: 1,588 ft (484 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
37,024 Population 4,917/sq mi density
1,588 ft Elevation 484 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
24.1 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

Population37,024
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density4,917/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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI136 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband75.7%
Population37,024
Population Density4,917 / sq mi
Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Coordinates-23.3025°, 30.7187°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceLimpopo
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (613 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Giyani a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Giyani 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. Giyani 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

Giyani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136.

Giyani has a population of 37,024 with a density of 4,917 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 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

37,024
Total Population
4,917
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Giyani vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Giyani vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Giyani 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: Giyani 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 Giyani, 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: Giyani 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

Giyani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.1 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 1,588 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²)
Population Density4,917/sq mi
Coordinates-23.3025°N, 30.7187°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in

Giyani has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 63°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.1").

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 Density4,917/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Giyani

What is the population of Giyani?

Giyani has a population of 37,024 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4,917 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Giyani expensive to live in?

Giyani is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Giyani?

Giyani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 136.

How is the job market in Giyani?

The job market in Giyani faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Giyani?

23.5% of adults in Giyani hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Giyani?

The obesity rate in Giyani is 30.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.1% of adults are smokers. 21.1% of residents report depression.

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