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Mgandu, Tanzania

Singida · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Mgandu is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 23,718. Elevation: 4,875 ft (1,486 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
23,718 Population
4,875 ft Elevation 1,486 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
25.7 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

Population23,718
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population23,718
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates-5.9500°, 34.1333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.7 inches (652 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Mgandu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mgandu 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. Mgandu 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

Mgandu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Mgandu has a population of 23,718. 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

23,718
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mgandu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mgandu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mgandu 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: Mgandu 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 Mgandu, 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: Mgandu 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

Mgandu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 66°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 25.7 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 4,875 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates-5.9500°N, 34.1333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
December 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in

Mgandu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 66°F in July to 74°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mgandu

What is the population of Mgandu?

Mgandu has a population of 23,718 residents and is located in Tanzania.. 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 Mgandu expensive to live in?

Mgandu 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 Mgandu?

Mgandu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Mgandu?

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

How are the schools in Mgandu?

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

How healthy is Mgandu?

The obesity rate in Mgandu 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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