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Ilembo, Tanzania

Mbeya · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Ilembo is a small town in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 2,607. Elevation: 6,411 ft (1,954 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
2,607 Population
6,411 ft Elevation 1,954 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
54.6 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

Population2,607
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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population2,607
Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)
Coordinates-9.2500°, 33.3833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMbeya
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation54.6 inches (1,386 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Ilembo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ilembo 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. Ilembo 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

Ilembo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ilembo has a population of 2,607. 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

2,607
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ilembo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ilembo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ilembo 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: Ilembo 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 Ilembo, 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: Ilembo 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

Ilembo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 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 6,411 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)
Coordinates-9.2500°N, 33.3833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 8.8 in
February 64°F (18°C) 8.0 in
March 63°F (17°C) 9.7 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 8.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 56°F (14°C) 0.8 in
July 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 64°F (18°C) 8.5 in

Ilembo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 56°F in July to 66°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 54.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.7") and August the driest (0.3").

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 Ilembo

What is the population of Ilembo?

Ilembo has a population of 2,607 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 Ilembo expensive to live in?

Ilembo 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 Ilembo?

Ilembo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Ilembo?

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

How are the schools in Ilembo?

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

How healthy is Ilembo?

The obesity rate in Ilembo 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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