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Mutoko, Zimbabwe

Mashonaland East Province · 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Mutoko is a small city in Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 12,336. Elevation: 4,216 ft (1,285 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
12,336 Population 7/sq mi density
4,216 ft Elevation 1,285 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
28.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Harare Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.2%
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 49.2%
297% higher than US avg

People

Population12,336
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,195
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty49.2%

Health

Obesity14.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.4%
Depression25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+93.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband38.4%
Population12,336
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)
Coordinates-17.3970°, 32.2268°
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
Country🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
State / ProvinceMashonaland East Province
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.5 years

Is Mutoko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mutoko receives an overall livability score of 1.5 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. Mutoko faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 49.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mutoko enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Mutoko has a population of 12,336 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,336
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1,830.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mutoko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mutoko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mutoko is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 49.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Mutoko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate49.2%
297% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mutoko, 14.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 86.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.2%
56% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure42.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.4%
40% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.4%
Physical Inactivity86.6%
Depression25.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate59.0%

Food & Exercise

Mutoko has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 285 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)
Area1,830.1 sq mi (4,740.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-17.3970°N, 32.2268°W
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 38.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+93.2%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area1,830.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Murewa 11,750 pop · 33.8 mi Shamva 10,317 pop · 43.3 mi Macheke 3,642 pop · 57.0 mi Bindura 50,400 pop · 59.5 mi Mount Darwin 6,349 pop · 60.5 mi Headlands 1,728 pop · 61.9 mi Nyanga 4,852 pop · 66.3 mi Marondera 66,204 pop · 70.3 mi Ruwa 94,083 pop · 73.1 mi Glendale 9,798 pop · 76.5 mi Catandica 25,869 pop · 77.2 mi Rusape 37,906 pop · 78.4 mi Epworth 206,368 pop · 78.8 mi Harare 1,542,813 pop · 82.8 mi
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