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Kyazanga, Uganda

Central Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Kyazanga is a small city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 16,000. Elevation: 4,203 ft (1,281 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
16,000 Population
4,203 ft Elevation 1,281 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.9%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.8%
382% higher than US avg

People

Population16,000
Median Age15.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,002
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty59.8%

Health

Obesity7.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.6%
Depression4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation4,203 ft (1,281 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population16,000
Elevation4,203 ft (1,281 m)
Coordinates-0.3833°, 31.3500°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (734 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Kyazanga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kyazanga receives an overall livability score of 1.4 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. Kyazanga faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 59.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kyazanga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kyazanga has a population of 16,000. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

16,000
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kyazanga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kyazanga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kyazanga is N/A. Per capita income is $1,002 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kyazanga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.8%
382% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kyazanga, 7.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.5% have high blood pressure. 4.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.9%
75% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.6%
67% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression4.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Kyazanga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,203 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation4,203 ft (1,281 m)
Coordinates-0.3833°N, 31.3500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 69°F (20°C) 4.0 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Coldest
July 71°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
September 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in

Kyazanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 68°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.7").

4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 15.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kyazanga

What is the population of Kyazanga?

Kyazanga has a population of 16,000 residents and is located in Uganda.. The median age of residents is 15.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Kyazanga expensive to live in?

Kyazanga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kyazanga?

Kyazanga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Kyazanga?

The job market in Kyazanga is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kyazanga?

4.6% of adults in Kyazanga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kyazanga?

The obesity rate in Kyazanga is 7.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.6% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 4.3% of residents report depression.

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