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Malkerns, Eswatini

Manzini Region · 🇸🇿 Eswatini

Malkerns is a small city in Manzini Region, Eswatini with a population of 9,724. Elevation: 2,648 ft (807 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
9,724 Population
2,648 ft Elevation 807 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mbabane 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 30.1%
6% lower than US avg

People

Population9,724
Median Age24.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,756
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI69 (Moderate)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,648 ft (807 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband57.6%
Population9,724
Elevation2,648 ft (807 m)
Coordinates-26.5287°, 31.1919°
TimezoneAfrica/Mbabane
Country🇸🇿 Eswatini
State / ProvinceManzini Region
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,226 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Age24.6 years

Is Malkerns a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malkerns receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Malkerns faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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

Malkerns enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 69.

Malkerns has a population of 9,724. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 10.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 72.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,724
Total Population
24.6yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Malkerns vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malkerns vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malkerns is N/A. Per capita income is $3,756 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 33.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Malkerns vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,756

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Malkerns, 30.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. 42.5% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.2% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
High Blood Pressure42.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.2%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%

Food & Exercise

Malkerns enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 69 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 72% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,648 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median69.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.8%

Geography

Elevation2,648 ft (807 m)
Coordinates-26.5287°N, 31.1919°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mbabane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in
April 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
September 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in
December 74°F (24°C) 5.5 in

Malkerns has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 52°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.4").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 57.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Malkerns

What is the population of Malkerns?

Malkerns has a population of 9,724 residents and is located in Eswatini.. The median age of residents is 24.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Malkerns expensive to live in?

Malkerns is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Malkerns?

Malkerns enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 69.

How are the schools in Malkerns?

10.0% of adults in Malkerns hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Malkerns?

The obesity rate in Malkerns is 30.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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