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Makoko, Nigeria

Lagos · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Makoko is a mid-size city in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 85,840. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
85,840 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
60.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population85,840
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population85,840
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates6.4961°, 3.3878°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceLagos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation60.7 inches (1,541 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Makoko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Makoko receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Makoko faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Makoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Makoko has a population of 85,840. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

85,840
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Makoko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Makoko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Makoko is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Makoko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Makoko, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Makoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.7 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates6.4961°N, 3.3878°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 8.4 in
August 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 7.1 in
October 80°F (26°C) 7.1 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.7 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in

Makoko has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.7").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Makoko

What is the population of Makoko?

Makoko has a population of 85,840 residents and is located in Nigeria.. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Makoko expensive to live in?

Makoko is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Makoko?

Makoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Makoko?

Makoko has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Makoko?

9.7% of adults in Makoko hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Makoko?

The obesity rate in Makoko is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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