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Kitama, Tanzania

Mtwara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Kitama is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 16,232. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
16,232 Population
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
44.2 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

Population16,232
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population16,232
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-10.7167°, 39.7333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation44.2 inches (1,123 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Kitama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitama 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. Kitama 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

Kitama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Kitama has a population of 16,232. 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

16,232
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kitama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitama 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: Kitama 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 Kitama, 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: Kitama 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

Kitama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 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 866 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-10.7167°N, 39.7333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in
February 78°F (25°C) 8.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in Wettest
April 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
October 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in Warmest

Kitama has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 72°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.4") and June the driest (0.3").

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 Kitama

What is the population of Kitama?

Kitama has a population of 16,232 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 Kitama expensive to live in?

Kitama 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 Kitama?

Kitama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Kitama?

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

How are the schools in Kitama?

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

How healthy is Kitama?

The obesity rate in Kitama 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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