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Ifakara, Tanzania

Morogoro · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Ifakara is a large city in Morogoro, Tanzania with a population of 205,843. Elevation: 850 ft (259 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
205,843 Population
850 ft Elevation 259 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
60.0 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

Population205,843
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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population205,843
Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Coordinates-8.1333°, 36.6833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMorogoro
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation60.0 inches (1,525 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Ifakara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ifakara receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ifakara 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

Ifakara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ifakara has a population of 205,843. 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

205,843
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ifakara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ifakara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ifakara 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: Ifakara 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 Ifakara, 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: Ifakara 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

Ifakara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches (wetter 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 850 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Coordinates-8.1333°N, 36.6833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
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

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