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Keren, Eritrea

Anseba · 🇪🇷 Eritrea

Keren is a mid-size city in Anseba, Eritrea with a population of 74,800. Elevation: 4,590 ft (1,399 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
74,800 Population
4,590 ft Elevation 1,399 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
18.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Asmara Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 4.8%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg

People

Population74,800
Median Age21.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment6.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity4.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression10.5%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation4,590 ft (1,399 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.0%
Population74,800
Elevation4,590 ft (1,399 m)
Coordinates15.7779°, 38.4511°
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara
Country🇪🇷 Eritrea
State / ProvinceAnseba
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation18.3 inches (465 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.3 years

Is Keren a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keren receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Keren faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Keren has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Keren has a population of 74,800. The median age is 21.3 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

74,800
Total Population
21.3yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Keren vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Keren vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keren is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Keren vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Keren, 4.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 23.7% have high blood pressure. 1.3% report binge drinking. 10.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.8%
85% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure23.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking1.3%
Depression10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Keren has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,590 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.3 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation4,590 ft (1,399 m)
Coordinates15.7779°N, 38.4511°W
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara
6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 20.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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