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Pader Palwo, Uganda

Northern Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Pader Palwo is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 11,152. Elevation: 3,392 ft (1,034 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
11,152 Population
3,392 ft Elevation 1,034 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
49.2 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

Population11,152
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population11,152
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Coordinates2.8006°, 33.1350°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceNorthern Region
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Pader Palwo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pader Palwo 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. Pader Palwo 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

Pader Palwo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Pader Palwo has a population of 11,152. 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

11,152
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pader Palwo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pader Palwo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pader Palwo 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: Pader Palwo 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 Pader Palwo, 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: Pader Palwo 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

Pader Palwo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 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 3,392 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Coordinates2.8006°N, 33.1350°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 3.1 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 7.6 in Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in

Pader Palwo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 72°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.6") and January the driest (0.4").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Pader Palwo

What is the population of Pader Palwo?

Pader Palwo has a population of 11,152 residents and is located in Uganda.. The median age of residents is 15.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Pader Palwo expensive to live in?

Pader Palwo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pader Palwo?

Pader Palwo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Pader Palwo?

The job market in Pader Palwo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pader Palwo?

4.6% of adults in Pader Palwo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pader Palwo?

The obesity rate in Pader Palwo is 7.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.6% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 4.3% of residents report depression.

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