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Kyenjojo, Uganda

Western Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Kyenjojo is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 28,600. Elevation: 4,377 ft (1,334 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
28,600 Population
4,377 ft Elevation 1,334 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
49.6 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

Population28,600
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population28,600
Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)
Coordinates0.6328°, 30.6214°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Kyenjojo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kyenjojo 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. Kyenjojo 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

Kyenjojo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kyenjojo has a population of 28,600. 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

28,600
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kyenjojo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kyenjojo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kyenjojo 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: Kyenjojo 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 Kyenjojo, 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: Kyenjojo 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

Kyenjojo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter 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 4,377 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)
Coordinates0.6328°N, 30.6214°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 6.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Wettest
November 69°F (20°C) 5.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in

Kyenjojo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 68°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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 Kyenjojo

What is the population of Kyenjojo?

Kyenjojo has a population of 28,600 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 Kyenjojo expensive to live in?

Kyenjojo 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 Kyenjojo?

Kyenjojo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Kyenjojo?

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

How are the schools in Kyenjojo?

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

How healthy is Kyenjojo?

The obesity rate in Kyenjojo 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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