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Ilongero, Tanzania

Singida · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Ilongero is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 17,342. Elevation: 5,279 ft (1,609 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
17,342 Population
5,279 ft Elevation 1,609 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
26.7 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

Population17,342
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population17,342
Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)
Coordinates-4.6667°, 34.8667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Ilongero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ilongero 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. Ilongero 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

Ilongero enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ilongero has a population of 17,342. 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

17,342
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ilongero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ilongero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ilongero 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: Ilongero 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 Ilongero, 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: Ilongero 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

Ilongero enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.7 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 5,279 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation5,279 ft (1,609 m)
Coordinates-4.6667°N, 34.8667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 5.0 in
April 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in

Ilongero has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 63°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July 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 Ilongero

What is the population of Ilongero?

Ilongero has a population of 17,342 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 Ilongero expensive to live in?

Ilongero 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 Ilongero?

Ilongero enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Ilongero?

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

How are the schools in Ilongero?

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

How healthy is Ilongero?

The obesity rate in Ilongero 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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