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Opit, Uganda

Northern Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Opit is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 23,200. Elevation: 3,714 ft (1,132 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
23,200 Population
3,714 ft Elevation 1,132 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
55.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.9%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.8%
382% higher than US avg

People

Population23,200
Median Age15.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,002
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty59.8%

Health

Obesity7.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.6%
Depression4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population23,200
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Coordinates2.6111°, 32.4756°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceNorthern Region
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation55.0 inches (1,398 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Opit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Opit receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Opit faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 59.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Opit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Opit has a population of 23,200. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 54.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

23,200
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Opit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Opit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Opit is N/A. Per capita income is $1,002 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Opit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.8%
382% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Opit, 7.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.5% have high blood pressure. 4.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.9%
75% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.6%
67% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression4.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.0%

Food & Exercise

Opit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,714 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Coordinates2.6111°N, 32.4756°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 15.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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