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Kismayo, Somalia

Lower Juba · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Kismayo is a large city in Lower Juba, Somalia with a population of 234,852. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
234,852 Population 14,479/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population234,852
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density14,479/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population234,852
Population Density14,479 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-0.3582°, 42.5454°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceLower Juba
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (376 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Kismayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kismayo receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kismayo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kismayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Kismayo has a population of 234,852 with a density of 14,479 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

234,852
Total Population
14,479
People / sq mi
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kismayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kismayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kismayo is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kismayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kismayo, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Kismayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²)
Population Density14,479/sq mi
Coordinates-0.3582°N, 42.5454°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in

Kismayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in July to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14,479/sq mi
Total Area16.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kismayo

What is the population of Kismayo?

Kismayo has a population of 234,852 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 14,479 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Kismayo expensive to live in?

Kismayo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kismayo?

Kismayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Kismayo?

The job market in Kismayo faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kismayo?

3.0% of adults in Kismayo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kismayo?

The obesity rate in Kismayo is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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