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Mīlē, Ethiopia

Āfar · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Mīlē is a small city in Āfar, Ethiopia with a population of 21,700. Elevation: 1,611 ft (491 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
21,700 Population 11/sq mi density
1,611 ft Elevation 491 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
12.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.8%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population21,700
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,056
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity2.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.4%
Depression17.1%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation1,611 ft (491 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population21,700
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation1,611 ft (491 m)
Coordinates11.4217°, 40.7628°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceĀfar
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation12.1 inches (307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Mīlē a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mīlē receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Mīlē faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mīlē has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Mīlē has a population of 21,700 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

21,700
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
2,064.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mīlē vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mīlē vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mīlē is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Mīlē vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mīlē, 2.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.4% are current smokers. 17.1% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.8%
91% below US avg
Diabetes5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.4%
76% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Depression17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Mīlē has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation1,611 ft (491 m)
Area2,064.1 sq mi (5,346.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates11.4217°N, 40.7628°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 16.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area2,064.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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