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Lubango, Angola

Huíla · 🇦🇴 Angola

Lubango is a major city in Huíla, Angola with a population of 600,751. Elevation: 5,774 ft (1,760 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
600,751 Population 494/sq mi density
5,774 ft Elevation 1,760 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.6 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

Population600,751
Median Age16.3 yrs
Density494/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband44.8%
Population600,751
Population Density494 / sq mi
Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)
Coordinates-14.9172°, 13.4925°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceHuíla
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (903 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.3 years

Is Lubango a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lubango 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. Lubango 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

Lubango enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lubango has a population of 600,751 with a density of 494 people per square mile. The median age is 16.3 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

600,751
Total Population
494
People / sq mi
16.3yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg
1,215.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lubango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lubango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lubango 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: Lubango 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 Lubango, 11.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression.

Health Metrics: Lubango 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

Lubango has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)
Area1,215.1 sq mi (3,147.0 km²)
Population Density494/sq mi
Coordinates-14.9172°N, 13.4925°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 Density494/sq mi
Total Area1,215.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Bibala 10,500 pop · 14.1 mi Chibia 10,000 pop · 23.0 mi Camucuio 66,112 pop · 57.6 mi Virei 42,607 pop · 66.6 mi Quipungo 23,014 pop · 70.0 mi Mossamedes 255,000 pop · 91.5 mi Caluquembe 31,000 pop · 96.1 mi Chongoroi 12,000 pop · 97.5 mi
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