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Mtambile, Tanzania

Pemba South · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Mtambile is a small city in Pemba South, Tanzania with a population of 6,797. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
6,797 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
67.2 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

Population6,797
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population6,797
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-5.3833°, 39.7000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePemba South
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation67.2 inches (1,706 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Mtambile a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mtambile receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Mtambile 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

Mtambile has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Mtambile has a population of 6,797. 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

6,797
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mtambile vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mtambile vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mtambile 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: Mtambile 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 Mtambile, 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: Mtambile 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

Mtambile has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 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 75 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.2 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-5.3833°N, 39.7000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
February 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 15.8 in Wettest
May 78°F (25°C) 14.3 in
June 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
August 74°F (24°C) 1.2 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in

Mtambile has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 74°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.8") and September the driest (1.1").

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 Mtambile

What is the population of Mtambile?

Mtambile has a population of 6,797 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 Mtambile expensive to live in?

Mtambile 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 Mtambile?

Mtambile has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Mtambile?

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

How are the schools in Mtambile?

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

How healthy is Mtambile?

The obesity rate in Mtambile 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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