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Negēlē, Ethiopia

Oromiya · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Negēlē is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 73,100. Elevation: 5,052 ft (1,540 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
73,100 Population
5,052 ft Elevation 1,540 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
28.3 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

Population73,100
Median Age19.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation5,052 ft (1,540 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population73,100
Elevation5,052 ft (1,540 m)
Coordinates5.3167°, 39.5833°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (719 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Negēlē a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Negēlē 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. Negēlē 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

Negēlē enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Negēlē has a population of 73,100. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

73,100
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Negēlē vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Negēlē vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Negēlē is N/A. Per capita income is $1,056 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Negēlē 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 Negēlē, 2.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.4% have high blood pressure. 3.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Negēlē 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

Negēlē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,052 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation5,052 ft (1,540 m)
Coordinates5.3167°N, 39.5833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in
April 69°F (21°C) 7.5 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
July 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
September 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in
October 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest

Negēlē has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 65°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.5") and December the driest (0.4").

5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 16.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Negēlē

What is the population of Negēlē?

Negēlē has a population of 73,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia.. The median age of residents is 19.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Negēlē expensive to live in?

Negēlē is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Negēlē?

Negēlē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Negēlē?

Negēlē has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Negēlē?

5.9% of adults in Negēlē hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Negēlē?

The obesity rate in Negēlē is 2.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% of residents report depression.

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