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Kira, Uganda

Central Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Kira is a large city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 462,900. Elevation: 3,832 ft (1,168 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
462,900 Population 12,131/sq mi density
3,832 ft Elevation 1,168 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
49.1 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

Population462,900
Median Age15.7 yrs
Density12,131/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)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population462,900
Population Density12,131 / sq mi
Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)
Coordinates0.4000°, 32.6333°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation49.1 inches (1,248 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Kira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kira 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. Kira 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

Kira 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 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kira has a population of 462,900 with a density of 12,131 people per square mile, spread across 38.2 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

462,900
Total Population
12,131
People / sq mi
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
38.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kira 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: Kira 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 Kira, 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: Kira 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

Kira 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 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 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 3,832 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)
Area38.2 sq mi (98.8 km²)
Population Density12,131/sq mi
Coordinates0.4000°N, 32.6333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
April 71°F (22°C) 6.5 in Wettest
May 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 5.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.5 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Kira has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 69°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (2.5").

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 Density12,131/sq mi
Total Area38.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kira

What is the population of Kira?

Kira has a population of 462,900 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 12,131 people per square mile, spread across 38.2 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 Kira expensive to live in?

Kira 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 Kira?

Kira 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 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Kira?

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

How are the schools in Kira?

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

How healthy is Kira?

The obesity rate in Kira 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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