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Maposeni, Tanzania

Ruvuma · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Maposeni is a small city in Ruvuma, Tanzania with a population of 19,472. Elevation: 3,209 ft (978 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
19,472 Population
3,209 ft Elevation 978 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.7 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

Population19,472
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 (21°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population19,472
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Coordinates-10.5833°, 35.4000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceRuvuma
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,186 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Maposeni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maposeni 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. Maposeni 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

Maposeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Maposeni has a population of 19,472. 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

19,472
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Maposeni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maposeni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maposeni 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: Maposeni 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 Maposeni, 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: Maposeni 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

Maposeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter 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 3,209 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Coordinates-10.5833°N, 35.4000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
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

Nearby Cities

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