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Oloitokitok, Kenya

Kajiado County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Oloitokitok is a small city in Kajiado County, Kenya with a population of 10,568. Elevation: 5,804 ft (1,769 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
10,568 Population
5,804 ft Elevation 1,769 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
40.9 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

Population10,568
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population10,568
Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)
Coordinates-2.9272°, 37.5103°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKajiado County
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Oloitokitok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oloitokitok 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. Oloitokitok 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

Oloitokitok enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Oloitokitok has a population of 10,568. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,568
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oloitokitok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oloitokitok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oloitokitok is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Oloitokitok 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 Oloitokitok, 12.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% are current smokers. 4.6% report depression. 86.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oloitokitok 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

Oloitokitok has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation5,804 ft (1,769 m)
Coordinates-2.9272°N, 37.5103°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

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

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