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

Population20,688

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 Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI49 (Good)

Rain37.5 in/yr

Sunny Days358/yr

Elevation4,836 ft (1,474 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband35.0%

Population	20,688
Elevation	4,836 ft (1,474 m)
Coordinates	-0.7568°, 34.5983°
Timezone	Africa/Nairobi
Country	🇰🇪 Kenya
State / Province	Migori County
Average Temperature	70°F (21°C)
January Average	70°F (21°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	37.5 inches (952 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	20.0 years

Is Rongo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rongo 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. Rongo 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

Rongo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Rongo has a population of 20,688. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,688

Total Population

20.0yrs

Median Age

49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rongo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Rongo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rongo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rongo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.5%
	51% above US avg
Poverty Rate	46.9%
	278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rongo, 12.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% are current smokers. 4.6% report depression. 86.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	12.4%
	61% below US avg
Diabetes	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	5.9%
	58% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.5%
Physical Inactivity	86.9%
Depression	4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	57.0%

Food & Exercise

Rongo has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. The area enjoys 358 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	70.0°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	70°F (21°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.5 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	49.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.1%

Geography

Elevation	4,836 ft (1,474 m)
Coordinates	-0.7568°N, 34.5983°W
Timezone	Africa/Nairobi

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Access	35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Rongo, Kenya

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Is Rongo a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Rongo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Rongo vs U.S. Average

Income: Rongo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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