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Kampala, Uganda

Central Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Kampala is a major city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 1,680,600. Elevation: 4,012 ft (1,223 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
1,680,600 Population 23,031/sq mi density
4,012 ft Elevation 1,223 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
52.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.9%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.8%
382% higher than US avg

People

Population1,680,600
Median Age15.7 yrs
Density23,031/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,002
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty59.8%

Health

Obesity7.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.6%
Depression4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation4,012 ft (1,223 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population1,680,600
Population Density23,031 / sq mi
Elevation4,012 ft (1,223 m)
Coordinates0.3163°, 32.5822°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation52.4 inches (1,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Kampala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kampala receives an overall livability score of 1.4 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. Kampala faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 59.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kampala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kampala has a population of 1,680,600 with a density of 23,031 people per square mile, spread across 73.0 square miles. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,680,600
Total Population
23,031
People / sq mi
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
73.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kampala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kampala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kampala is N/A. Per capita income is $1,002 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kampala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.8%
382% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kampala, 7.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.5% have high blood pressure. 4.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.9%
75% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.6%
67% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression4.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Kampala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,012 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation4,012 ft (1,223 m)
Area73.0 sq mi (189.0 km²)
Population Density23,031/sq mi
Coordinates0.3163°N, 32.5822°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 7.5 in Wettest
May 71°F (21°C) 6.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in

Kampala has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 69°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (2.6").

4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 15.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density23,031/sq mi
Total Area73.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kampala

What is the population of Kampala?

Kampala has a population of 1,680,600 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 23,031 people per square mile, spread across 73.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 15.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Kampala expensive to live in?

Kampala is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kampala?

Kampala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Kampala?

The job market in Kampala is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kampala?

4.6% of adults in Kampala hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kampala?

The obesity rate in Kampala is 7.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.6% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 4.3% of residents report depression.

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