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Mbuguni, Tanzania

Arusha · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Mbuguni is a mid-size city in Arusha, Tanzania with a population of 49,801. Elevation: 3,022 ft (921 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
49,801 Population 5,653/sq mi density
3,022 ft Elevation 921 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
29.1 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

Population49,801
Median Age17.7 yrs
Density5,653/mi²
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population49,801
Population Density5,653 / sq mi
Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)
Coordinates-3.5667°, 36.9500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceArusha
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Mbuguni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mbuguni 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. Mbuguni 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

Mbuguni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Mbuguni has a population of 49,801 with a density of 5,653 people per square mile, spread across 8.8 square miles. 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

49,801
Total Population
5,653
People / sq mi
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg
8.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mbuguni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mbuguni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mbuguni 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: Mbuguni 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 Mbuguni, 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: Mbuguni 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

Mbuguni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 29.1 inches (drier 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 3,022 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,022 ft (921 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²)
Population Density5,653/sq mi
Coordinates-3.5667°N, 36.9500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.9 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in

Mbuguni has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 69°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density5,653/sq mi
Total Area8.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mbuguni

What is the population of Mbuguni?

Mbuguni has a population of 49,801 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5,653 people per square mile, spread across 8.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Mbuguni expensive to live in?

Mbuguni is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mbuguni?

Mbuguni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Mbuguni?

The job market in Mbuguni is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mbuguni?

4.0% of adults in Mbuguni hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mbuguni?

The obesity rate in Mbuguni is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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