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Mandera, Kenya

Mandera County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Mandera is a large city in Mandera County, Kenya with a population of 114,718. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
114,718 Population
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population114,718
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (30°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population114,718
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates3.9373°, 41.8569°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceMandera County
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (253 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Mandera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mandera 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. Mandera faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mandera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Mandera has a population of 114,718. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

114,718
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mandera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mandera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mandera is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mandera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mandera, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Mandera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average85.1°F
58% above US avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates3.9373°N, 41.8569°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
February 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 89°F (32°C) 0.8 in Warmest
April 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in Wettest
May 85°F (30°C) 1.6 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
October 84°F (29°C) 1.7 in
November 84°F (29°C) 1.7 in
December 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in

Mandera has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 83°F in July to 89°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.0").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mandera

What is the population of Mandera?

Mandera has a population of 114,718 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Mandera expensive to live in?

Mandera is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mandera?

Mandera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Mandera?

The unemployment rate in Mandera is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Mandera?

10.4% of adults in Mandera hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mandera?

The obesity rate in Mandera is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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