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Kasanje, Uganda

Central Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Kasanje is a mid-size city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 42,300. Elevation: 3,862 ft (1,177 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
42,300 Population
3,862 ft Elevation 1,177 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
58.3 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

Population42,300
Median Age15.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation3,862 ft (1,177 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population42,300
Elevation3,862 ft (1,177 m)
Coordinates0.1533°, 32.4009°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation58.3 inches (1,480 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Kasanje a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kasanje receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Kasanje 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

Kasanje has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kasanje has a population of 42,300. 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

42,300
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kasanje vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kasanje vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kasanje 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: Kasanje 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 Kasanje, 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: Kasanje 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

Kasanje has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 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 3,862 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average71.4°F
32% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.3 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,862 ft (1,177 m)
Coordinates0.1533°N, 32.4009°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
February 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in Warmest
April 72°F (22°C) 8.7 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 8.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in

Kasanje has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 70°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (2.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kasanje

What is the population of Kasanje?

Kasanje has a population of 42,300 residents and is located in Uganda.. 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 Kasanje expensive to live in?

Kasanje 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 Kasanje?

Kasanje 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 70°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Kasanje?

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

How are the schools in Kasanje?

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

How healthy is Kasanje?

The obesity rate in Kasanje 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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