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Otjimbingwe, Namibia

Erongo Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Otjimbingwe is a small city in Erongo Region, Namibia with a population of 7,677. Elevation: 2,802 ft (854 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
7,677 Population
2,802 ft Elevation 854 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
6.9 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

Population7,677
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 Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain6.9 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,802 ft (854 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population7,677
Elevation2,802 ft (854 m)
Coordinates-22.3554°, 16.1288°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceErongo Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation6.9 inches (176 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Otjimbingwe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otjimbingwe 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. Otjimbingwe 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

Otjimbingwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Otjimbingwe has a population of 7,677. 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

7,677
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Otjimbingwe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Otjimbingwe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otjimbingwe 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: Otjimbingwe 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 Otjimbingwe, 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: Otjimbingwe 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

Otjimbingwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 6.9 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 2,802 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average71.0°F
31% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.9 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation2,802 ft (854 m)
Coordinates-22.3554°N, 16.1288°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 76°F (25°C) 1.9 in Wettest
March 76°F (24°C) 1.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in

Otjimbingwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 63°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Otjimbingwe

What is the population of Otjimbingwe?

Otjimbingwe has a population of 7,677 residents and is located in Namibia.. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Otjimbingwe expensive to live in?

Otjimbingwe is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Otjimbingwe?

Otjimbingwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Otjimbingwe?

The job market in Otjimbingwe faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Otjimbingwe?

10.0% of adults in Otjimbingwe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Otjimbingwe?

The obesity rate in Otjimbingwe is 17.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 87.4% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression.

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