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Oshikuku, Namibia

Omusati Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Oshikuku is a small town in Omusati Region, Namibia with a population of 3,272. Elevation: 3,573 ft (1,089 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,272 Population
3,573 ft Elevation 1,089 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
19.3 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

Population3,272
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population3,272
Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)
Coordinates-17.6358°, 15.4817°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceOmusati Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (489 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Oshikuku a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oshikuku 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. Oshikuku 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

Oshikuku has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Oshikuku has a population of 3,272. 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

3,272
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oshikuku vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oshikuku vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oshikuku 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: Oshikuku 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 Oshikuku, 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: Oshikuku 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

Oshikuku has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.3 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 3,573 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)
Coordinates-17.6358°N, 15.4817°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
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

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