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Omitara, Namibia

Omaheke Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Omitara is a small town in Omaheke Region, Namibia with a population of 833. Elevation: 5,151 ft (1,570 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
833 Population
5,151 ft Elevation 1,570 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
15.0 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

Population833
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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation5,151 ft (1,570 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population833
Elevation5,151 ft (1,570 m)
Coordinates-22.2898°, 18.0085°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceOmaheke Region
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (380 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Omitara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omitara 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. Omitara 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

Omitara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Omitara has a population of 833. 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

833
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Omitara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Omitara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omitara 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: Omitara 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 Omitara, 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: Omitara 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

Omitara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 15.0 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 5,151 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation5,151 ft (1,570 m)
Coordinates-22.2898°N, 18.0085°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in
December 74°F (24°C) 1.7 in

Omitara has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 54°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.4") and June 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 Omitara

What is the population of Omitara?

Omitara has a population of 833 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 Omitara expensive to live in?

Omitara 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 Omitara?

Omitara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Omitara?

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

How are the schools in Omitara?

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

How healthy is Omitara?

The obesity rate in Omitara 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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