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Okahandja, Namibia

Otjozondjupa Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Okahandja is a small city in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia with a population of 26,832. Elevation: 4,495 ft (1,370 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
26,832 Population
4,495 ft Elevation 1,370 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.0%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.3%
436% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

People

Population26,832
Median Age22.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,188
Unemployment19.3%
Poverty22.9%

Health

Obesity17.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation4,495 ft (1,370 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population26,832
Elevation4,495 ft (1,370 m)
Coordinates-21.9814°, 16.9029°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceOtjozondjupa Region
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Okahandja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okahandja receives an overall livability score of 1.8 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. Okahandja faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Okahandja enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Okahandja has a population of 26,832. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 9.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 66.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

26,832
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Okahandja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Okahandja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okahandja is N/A. Per capita income is $4,188 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Okahandja vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.3%
436% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Okahandja, 17.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.8% have high blood pressure. 12.0% report binge drinking. 87.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.0%
47% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure43.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity87.4%
Depression18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.0%

Food & Exercise

Okahandja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,495 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.7 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation4,495 ft (1,370 m)
Coordinates-21.9814°N, 16.9029°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 3.4 in Warmest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Wettest
March 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in
July 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
September 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in

Okahandja has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 57°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 64.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Okahandja

What is the population of Okahandja?

Okahandja has a population of 26,832 residents and is located in Namibia.. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Okahandja expensive to live in?

Okahandja is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Okahandja?

Okahandja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Okahandja?

The job market in Okahandja faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Okahandja?

10.0% of adults in Okahandja hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Okahandja?

The obesity rate in Okahandja is 17.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 87.4% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression.

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