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Orodo, Nigeria

Imo State · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Orodo is a small city in Imo State, Nigeria with a population of 8,527. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
8,527 Population
453 ft Elevation 138 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
87.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population8,527
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain87.3 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation453 ft (138 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population8,527
Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Coordinates5.6167°, 7.0333°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceImo State
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation87.3 inches (2,218 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Orodo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orodo 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. Orodo 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

Orodo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 181 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 87.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Orodo has a population of 8,527. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,527
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Orodo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orodo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orodo is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Orodo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Orodo, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Orodo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall87.3 inches
130% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Coordinates5.6167°N, 7.0333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in
February 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in
March 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in
June 78°F (26°C) 11.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 13.0 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 11.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 10.4 in
November 80°F (26°C) 2.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest

Orodo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 87.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and December the driest (0.6").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orodo

What is the population of Orodo?

Orodo has a population of 8,527 residents and is located in Nigeria.. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Orodo expensive to live in?

Orodo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Orodo?

Orodo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Orodo?

Orodo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Orodo?

9.7% of adults in Orodo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Orodo?

The obesity rate in Orodo is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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