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Kiwengwa, Tanzania

Zanzibar North · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Kiwengwa is a small town in Zanzibar North, Tanzania with a population of 2,429. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
2,429 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
64.3 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

Population2,429
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population2,429
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-5.9896°, 39.3768°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceZanzibar North
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,633 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Kiwengwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kiwengwa 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. Kiwengwa 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

Kiwengwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Kiwengwa has a population of 2,429. 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

2,429
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kiwengwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kiwengwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kiwengwa 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: Kiwengwa 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 Kiwengwa, 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: Kiwengwa 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

Kiwengwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 56 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-5.9896°N, 39.3768°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 2.8 in
February 82°F (28°C) 2.3 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 16.3 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 13.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.3 in
December 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in

Kiwengwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 64.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (16.3") and September the driest (1.6").

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 Kiwengwa

What is the population of Kiwengwa?

Kiwengwa has a population of 2,429 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 Kiwengwa expensive to live in?

Kiwengwa 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 Kiwengwa?

Kiwengwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Kiwengwa?

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

How are the schools in Kiwengwa?

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

How healthy is Kiwengwa?

The obesity rate in Kiwengwa 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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