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Lulindi, Tanzania

Mtwara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Lulindi is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 7,807. Elevation: 1,447 ft (441 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
7,807 Population
1,447 ft Elevation 441 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population7,807
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population7,807
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates-10.8167°, 39.1333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,014 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Lulindi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lulindi receives an overall livability score of 1.3 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. Lulindi faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lulindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Lulindi has a population of 7,807. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 49.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,807
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lulindi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lulindi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lulindi is N/A. Per capita income is $1,224 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lulindi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lulindi, 12.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Lulindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,447 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates-10.8167°N, 39.1333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 7.9 in
February 78°F (25°C) 7.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
August 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in

Lulindi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 71°F in June to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.7") and August the driest (0.1").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 29.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lulindi

What is the population of Lulindi?

Lulindi has a population of 7,807 residents and is located in Tanzania.. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Lulindi expensive to live in?

Lulindi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lulindi?

Lulindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Lulindi?

The job market in Lulindi is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lulindi?

4.0% of adults in Lulindi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lulindi?

The obesity rate in Lulindi is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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