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Kalewa, Myanmar

Sagaing Region · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Kalewa is a small city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar with a population of 8,819. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,819 Population
367 ft Elevation 112 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
66.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population8,819
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain66.5 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population8,819
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates23.1976°, 94.3022°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceSagaing Region
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation66.5 inches (1,688 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Kalewa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kalewa receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Kalewa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kalewa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kalewa has a population of 8,819. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,819
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kalewa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kalewa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kalewa is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kalewa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kalewa, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kalewa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Kalewa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 367 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.5 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates23.1976°N, 94.3022°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.3 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 7.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in

Kalewa has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 65°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 66.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.1").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kalewa

What is the population of Kalewa?

Kalewa has a population of 8,819 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Kalewa expensive to live in?

Kalewa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kalewa?

Kalewa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Kalewa?

Kalewa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kalewa?

20.4% of adults in Kalewa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kalewa?

The obesity rate in Kalewa is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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