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Orange Farm, South Africa

Gauteng · 🇿🇦 South Africa

Orange Farm is a small city in Gauteng, South Africa with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 5,157 ft (1,572 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,000 Population
5,157 ft Elevation 1,572 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Johannesburg Timezone
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.4%
800% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

People

Population10,000
Median Age28.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,034
Unemployment32.4%
Poverty31.2%

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.1%
Depression21.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI136 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation5,157 ft (1,572 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband75.7%
Population10,000
Elevation5,157 ft (1,572 m)
Coordinates-26.4833°, 27.8667°
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Country🇿🇦 South Africa
State / ProvinceGauteng
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (551 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Orange Farm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orange Farm receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Orange Farm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 32.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Orange Farm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136.

Orange Farm has a population of 10,000. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,000
Total Population
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Orange Farm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orange Farm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orange Farm is N/A. Per capita income is $6,034 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 32.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Orange Farm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,034

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.4%
800% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Orange Farm, 30.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. 44.1% have high blood pressure. 24.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.8% report binge drinking. 21.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Orange Farm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.1%
72% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.8%
Depression21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Orange Farm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 136 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 28% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,157 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median136.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %28.2%

Geography

Elevation5,157 ft (1,572 m)
Coordinates-26.4833°N, 27.8667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 53°F (11°C) 0.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in

Orange Farm has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 47°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.2").

23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 75.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orange Farm

What is the population of Orange Farm?

Orange Farm has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in South Africa.. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Orange Farm expensive to live in?

Orange Farm is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Orange Farm?

Orange Farm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 136.

How is the job market in Orange Farm?

The job market in Orange Farm faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Orange Farm?

23.5% of adults in Orange Farm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Orange Farm?

The obesity rate in Orange Farm is 30.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.1% of adults are smokers. 21.1% of residents report depression.

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