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Kibiti, Tanzania

Pwani · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Kibiti is a mid-size city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 30,163. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
30,163 Population
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.6 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

Population30,163
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population30,163
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-7.7218°, 38.9375°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Kibiti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kibiti 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. Kibiti 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

Kibiti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Kibiti has a population of 30,163. 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

30,163
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kibiti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kibiti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kibiti 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: Kibiti 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 Kibiti, 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: Kibiti 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

Kibiti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.6 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 568 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-7.7218°N, 38.9375°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 4.4 in
February 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in Warmest
March 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in Wettest
May 78°F (25°C) 4.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in

Kibiti has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 75°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.0") 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 Kibiti

What is the population of Kibiti?

Kibiti has a population of 30,163 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 Kibiti expensive to live in?

Kibiti 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 Kibiti?

Kibiti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Kibiti?

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

How are the schools in Kibiti?

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

How healthy is Kibiti?

The obesity rate in Kibiti 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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