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Ikungi, Tanzania

Singida · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Ikungi is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 19,692. Elevation: 5,003 ft (1,525 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
19,692 Population
5,003 ft Elevation 1,525 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
25.2 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

Population19,692
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population19,692
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Coordinates-5.1333°, 34.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (641 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Ikungi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ikungi 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. Ikungi 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

Ikungi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ikungi has a population of 19,692. 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

19,692
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ikungi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ikungi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ikungi 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: Ikungi 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 Ikungi, 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: Ikungi 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

Ikungi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.2 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 5,003 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Coordinates-5.1333°N, 34.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in

Ikungi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 64°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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 Ikungi

What is the population of Ikungi?

Ikungi has a population of 19,692 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 Ikungi expensive to live in?

Ikungi 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 Ikungi?

Ikungi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Ikungi?

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

How are the schools in Ikungi?

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

How healthy is Ikungi?

The obesity rate in Ikungi 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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