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Maralal, Kenya

Samburu County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Maralal is a mid-size city in Samburu County, Kenya with a population of 31,350. Elevation: 6,368 ft (1,941 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
31,350 Population
6,368 ft Elevation 1,941 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
25.9 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

Population31,350
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation6,368 ft (1,941 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population31,350
Elevation6,368 ft (1,941 m)
Coordinates1.0967°, 36.6981°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceSamburu County
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (658 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Maralal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maralal 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. Maralal 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

Maralal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Maralal has a population of 31,350. 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

31,350
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Maralal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maralal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maralal 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: Maralal 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 Maralal, 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: Maralal 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

Maralal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 289 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 25.9 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 6,368 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation6,368 ft (1,941 m)
Coordinates1.0967°N, 36.6981°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in
March 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
May 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
December 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in

Maralal has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 59°F in August to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (0.8").

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 Maralal

What is the population of Maralal?

Maralal has a population of 31,350 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 Maralal expensive to live in?

Maralal 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 Maralal?

Maralal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Maralal?

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

How are the schools in Maralal?

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

How healthy is Maralal?

The obesity rate in Maralal 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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