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Rironi, Kenya

Kiambu County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Rironi is a small city in Kiambu County, Kenya with a population of 5,544. Elevation: 7,405 ft (2,257 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,544 Population
7,405 ft Elevation 2,257 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population5,544
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation7,405 ft (2,257 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population5,544
Elevation7,405 ft (2,257 m)
Coordinates-1.1512°, 36.6356°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKiambu County
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Rironi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rironi 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. Rironi faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rironi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 354 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Rironi has a population of 5,544. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,544
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rironi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rironi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rironi is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rironi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rironi, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Rironi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,405 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation7,405 ft (2,257 m)
Coordinates-1.1512°N, 36.6356°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
April 65°F (18°C) 9.4 in Wettest
May 63°F (17°C) 7.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in
August 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 62°F (16°C) 1.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in

Rironi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 59°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.4") and August the driest (1.1").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rironi

What is the population of Rironi?

Rironi has a population of 5,544 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Rironi expensive to live in?

Rironi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rironi?

Rironi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Rironi?

The unemployment rate in Rironi is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Rironi?

10.4% of adults in Rironi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rironi?

The obesity rate in Rironi is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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