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Magugu, Tanzania

Manyara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Magugu is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 26,131. Elevation: 3,323 ft (1,013 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
26,131 Population
3,323 ft Elevation 1,013 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.5 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

Population26,131
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 Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population26,131
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Coordinates-4.0167°, 35.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Magugu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magugu 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. Magugu 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

Magugu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Magugu has a population of 26,131. 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

26,131
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Magugu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magugu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magugu 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: Magugu 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 Magugu, 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: Magugu 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

Magugu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 3,323 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Coordinates-4.0167°N, 35.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
March 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
April 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in

Magugu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 66°F in July to 74°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.0").

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 Magugu

What is the population of Magugu?

Magugu has a population of 26,131 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 Magugu expensive to live in?

Magugu 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 Magugu?

Magugu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Magugu?

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

How are the schools in Magugu?

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

How healthy is Magugu?

The obesity rate in Magugu 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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