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Ol Joro Orok, Kenya

Nyandarua County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Ol Joro Orok is a small town in Nyandarua County, Kenya with a population of 2,116. Elevation: 7,841 ft (2,390 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
2,116 Population
7,841 ft Elevation 2,390 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
37.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population2,116
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation7,841 ft (2,390 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population2,116
Elevation7,841 ft (2,390 m)
Coordinates-0.0747°, 36.3629°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceNyandarua County
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation37.9 inches (963 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Ol Joro Orok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ol Joro Orok 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. Ol Joro Orok faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ol Joro Orok enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Ol Joro Orok has a population of 2,116. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,116
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ol Joro Orok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ol Joro Orok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ol Joro Orok is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ol Joro Orok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ol Joro Orok, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ol Joro Orok vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Ol Joro Orok enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,841 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation7,841 ft (2,390 m)
Coordinates-0.0747°N, 36.3629°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
August 56°F (13°C) 5.3 in Coldest, Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in

Ol Joro Orok has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 56°F in August to 59°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.2").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ol Joro Orok

What is the population of Ol Joro Orok?

Ol Joro Orok has a population of 2,116 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Ol Joro Orok expensive to live in?

Ol Joro Orok is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ol Joro Orok?

Ol Joro Orok enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Ol Joro Orok?

The unemployment rate in Ol Joro Orok is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Ol Joro Orok?

10.4% of adults in Ol Joro Orok hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ol Joro Orok?

The obesity rate in Ol Joro Orok is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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