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Luanda, Angola

Luanda · 🇦🇴 Angola

Luanda is a major city in Luanda, Angola with a population of 2,776,168. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
2,776,168 Population 63,630/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
44.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Luanda Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.5%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.3%
217% higher than US avg

People

Population2,776,168
Median Age16.3 yrs
Density63,630/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,916
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty39.3%

Health

Obesity11.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband44.8%
Population2,776,168
Population Density63,630 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-8.8368°, 13.2343°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceLuanda
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation44.2 inches (1,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.3 years

Is Luanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luanda 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. Luanda faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 39.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Luanda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Luanda has a population of 2,776,168 with a density of 63,630 people per square mile. The median age is 16.3 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,776,168
Total Population
63,630
People / sq mi
16.3yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg
43.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Luanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Luanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luanda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Luanda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,916

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate39.3%
217% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Luanda, 11.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.5%
64% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
High Blood Pressure38.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking4.0%
Depression24.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate44.0%

Food & Exercise

Luanda has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 321 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area43.6 sq mi (113.0 km²)
Population Density63,630/sq mi
Coordinates-8.8368°N, 13.2343°W
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 44.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density63,630/sq mi
Total Area43.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Maianga 319,000 pop · 0.6 mi Ingombota 370,000 pop · 1.3 mi Rangel 261,000 pop · 2.1 mi Samba 54,000 pop · 4.0 mi Sambizanga 244,000 pop · 4.3 mi Cazenga 424,528 pop · 5.4 mi Talatona 500,000 pop · 6.5 mi Gama 66,202 pop · 24.9 mi Barra do Dande 75,000 pop · 26.9 mi Caxito 55,000 pop · 34.4 mi Ambriz 11,640 pop · 69.0 mi Quibaxe 8,268 pop · 95.2 mi
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