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Kitui, Kenya

Kitui County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Kitui is a small city in Kitui County, Kenya with a population of 29,062. Elevation: 3,786 ft (1,154 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
29,062 Population
3,786 ft Elevation 1,154 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
31.1 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

Population29,062
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population29,062
Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)
Coordinates-1.3670°, 38.0106°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKitui County
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Kitui a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitui 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. Kitui 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

Kitui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Kitui has a population of 29,062. 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

29,062
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitui vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kitui vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitui 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: Kitui 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 Kitui, 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: Kitui 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

Kitui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.1 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 3,786 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)
Coordinates-1.3670°N, 38.0106°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
March 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in Warmest
April 75°F (24°C) 6.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
October 74°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 9.3 in Wettest
December 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in

Kitui has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 69°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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 Kitui

What is the population of Kitui?

Kitui has a population of 29,062 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 Kitui expensive to live in?

Kitui 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 Kitui?

Kitui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Kitui?

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

How are the schools in Kitui?

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

How healthy is Kitui?

The obesity rate in Kitui 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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