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Kibara, Tanzania

Mara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Kibara is a small city in Mara, Tanzania with a population of 17,211. Elevation: 3,770 ft (1,149 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
17,211 Population
3,770 ft Elevation 1,149 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
40.8 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

Population17,211
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population17,211
Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)
Coordinates-2.1500°, 33.4500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMara
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,036 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Kibara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kibara 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. Kibara 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

Kibara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Kibara has a population of 17,211. 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

17,211
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kibara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kibara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kibara 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: Kibara 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 Kibara, 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: Kibara 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

Kibara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. 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 3,770 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)
Coordinates-2.1500°N, 33.4500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
October 74°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Kibara has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 71°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.5").

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 Kibara

What is the population of Kibara?

Kibara has a population of 17,211 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 Kibara expensive to live in?

Kibara 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 Kibara?

Kibara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Kibara?

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

How are the schools in Kibara?

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

How healthy is Kibara?

The obesity rate in Kibara 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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