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Ikwiriri, Tanzania

Pwani · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Ikwiriri is a mid-size city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 45,000. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
45,000 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.3 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

Population45,000
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 Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population45,000
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-7.9562°, 38.9716°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (997 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Ikwiriri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ikwiriri 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. Ikwiriri 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

Ikwiriri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ikwiriri has a population of 45,000. 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

45,000
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ikwiriri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ikwiriri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ikwiriri 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: Ikwiriri 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 Ikwiriri, 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: Ikwiriri 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

Ikwiriri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. 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 98 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-7.9562°N, 38.9716°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
February 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in

Ikwiriri has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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 Ikwiriri

What is the population of Ikwiriri?

Ikwiriri has a population of 45,000 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 Ikwiriri expensive to live in?

Ikwiriri 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 Ikwiriri?

Ikwiriri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Ikwiriri?

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

How are the schools in Ikwiriri?

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

How healthy is Ikwiriri?

The obesity rate in Ikwiriri 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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