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Hāgere Selam, Ethiopia

Sidama Region · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Hāgere Selam is a small city in Sidama Region, Ethiopia with a population of 5,169. Elevation: 9,009 ft (2,746 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
5,169 Population
9,009 ft Elevation 2,746 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
63.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.8%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population5,169
Median Age19.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,056
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity2.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.4%
Depression17.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population5,169
Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)
Coordinates6.4833°, 38.5167°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceSidama Region
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation63.1 inches (1,603 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Hāgere Selam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hāgere Selam receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hāgere Selam faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hāgere Selam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Hāgere Selam has a population of 5,169. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,169
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hāgere Selam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hāgere Selam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hāgere Selam is N/A. Per capita income is $1,056 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hāgere Selam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hāgere Selam, 2.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.4% have high blood pressure. 3.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Hāgere Selam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.8%
91% below US avg
Diabetes5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.4%
76% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Depression17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Hāgere Selam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,009 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.1 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)
Coordinates6.4833°N, 38.5167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
February 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
April 58°F (15°C) 7.4 in Warmest
May 58°F (14°C) 7.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.3 in
July 55°F (13°C) 7.8 in
August 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in Coldest
September 56°F (13°C) 8.1 in Wettest
October 56°F (13°C) 7.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in Driest

Hāgere Selam has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 54°F in August to 58°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 63.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (1.1").

5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 16.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hāgere Selam

What is the population of Hāgere Selam?

Hāgere Selam has a population of 5,169 residents and is located in Ethiopia.. The median age of residents is 19.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Hāgere Selam expensive to live in?

Hāgere Selam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hāgere Selam?

Hāgere Selam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Hāgere Selam?

Hāgere Selam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hāgere Selam?

5.9% of adults in Hāgere Selam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hāgere Selam?

The obesity rate in Hāgere Selam is 2.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% of residents report depression.

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