Bachelor's+ 9.7%

71% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 12.4%

61% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

15% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 41.8%

237% higher than US avg

People

Population1,553,000

Median Age18.1 yrs

Density111,167/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$2,139

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking2.5%

Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI1 (Good)

Rain71.9 in/yr

Sunny Days206/yr

Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.7%

High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband39.2%

Population	1,553,000
Population Density	111,167 / sq mi
Elevation	187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates	6.1498°, 6.7857°
Timezone	Africa/Lagos
Country	🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / Province	Anambra
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	71.9 inches (1,827 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	18.1 years

Is Onitsha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onitsha receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Onitsha faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Onitsha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Onitsha has a population of 1,553,000 with a density of 111,167 people per square mile. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,553,000

Total Population

111,167

People / sq mi

18.1yrs

Median Age

53% below US avg

14.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Onitsha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Onitsha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onitsha is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Onitsha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	15% below US avg
Poverty Rate	41.8%
	237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Onitsha, 12.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 2.5% are current smokers. 2.9% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	12.4%
	61% below US avg
Diabetes	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	2.5%
	82% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.3%
Depression	2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	47.0%

Food & Exercise

Onitsha has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.9 inches. The area enjoys 206 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	80.4°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	71.9 inches
	89% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	1.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	94.7%

Geography

Elevation	187 ft (57 m)
Area	14.0 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Population Density	111,167/sq mi
Coordinates	6.1498°N, 6.7857°W
Timezone	Africa/Lagos

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 39.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.7%
	71% below US avg
High School+	65.0%

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	111,167/sq mi
Total Area	14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Onitsha, Nigeria

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Onitsha a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Onitsha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Onitsha vs U.S. Average

Income: Onitsha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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