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Kpalimé, Togo

Plateaux · 🇹🇬 Togo

Kpalimé is a mid-size city in Plateaux, Togo with a population of 75,084. Elevation: 738 ft (225 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
75,084 Population
738 ft Elevation 225 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lome Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.6%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.4%
177% higher than US avg

People

Population75,084
Median Age20.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,055
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty34.4%

Health

Obesity11.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.0%
Population75,084
Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates6.9000°, 0.6333°
TimezoneAfrica/Lome
Country🇹🇬 Togo
State / ProvincePlateaux
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,473 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.7 years

Is Kpalimé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kpalimé receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Kpalimé faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 34.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kpalimé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Kpalimé has a population of 75,084. The median age is 20.7 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 7.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

75,084
Total Population
20.7yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kpalimé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kpalimé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kpalimé is N/A. Per capita income is $1,055 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kpalimé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.4%
177% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kpalimé, 11.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.0% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 1.2% report binge drinking. 6.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.6%
64% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.2%
Depression6.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Kpalimé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.1%

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates6.9000°N, 0.6333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in
March 80°F (26°C) 4.9 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
May 78°F (25°C) 6.5 in
June 76°F (24°C) 7.9 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in
August 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in
October 76°F (24°C) 7.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in

Kpalimé has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 73°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.9").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kpalimé

What is the population of Kpalimé?

Kpalimé has a population of 75,084 residents and is located in Togo.. The median age of residents is 20.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Kpalimé expensive to live in?

Kpalimé is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kpalimé?

Kpalimé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Kpalimé?

The job market in Kpalimé is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kpalimé?

6.0% of adults in Kpalimé hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kpalimé?

The obesity rate in Kpalimé is 11.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 6.4% of residents report depression.

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