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Kithii, Kenya

Machakos County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Kithii is a small town in Machakos County, Kenya with a population of 4,304. Elevation: 4,708 ft (1,435 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
4,304 Population
4,708 ft Elevation 1,435 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population4,304
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation4,708 ft (1,435 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population4,304
Elevation4,708 ft (1,435 m)
Coordinates-1.3990°, 37.3138°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceMachakos County
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Kithii a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kithii receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kithii faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kithii enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Kithii has a population of 4,304. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,304
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kithii vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kithii vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kithii is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kithii vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kithii, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Kithii enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,708 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation4,708 ft (1,435 m)
Coordinates-1.3990°N, 37.3138°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
March 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 7.4 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
August 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
November 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in Wettest
December 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in

Kithii has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 63°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.8") and August the driest (0.2").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kithii

What is the population of Kithii?

Kithii has a population of 4,304 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Kithii expensive to live in?

Kithii is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kithii?

Kithii enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Kithii?

The unemployment rate in Kithii is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Kithii?

10.4% of adults in Kithii hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kithii?

The obesity rate in Kithii is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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