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Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo

North Kivu · 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Sake is a small city in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 17,151. Elevation: 4,816 ft (1,468 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
17,151 Population
4,816 ft Elevation 1,468 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
57.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lubumbashi Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 6.6%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
23% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 85.3%
588% higher than US avg

People

Population17,151
Median Age16.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$660
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty85.3%

Health

Obesity6.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.1%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI174 (Unhealthy)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation4,816 ft (1,468 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband30.6%
Population17,151
Elevation4,816 ft (1,468 m)
Coordinates-1.5739°, 29.0434°
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceNorth Kivu
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.9 years

Is Sake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sake receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Sake faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 85.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 174.

Sake has a population of 17,151. The median age is 16.9 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 41.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,151
Total Population
16.9yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sake is N/A. Per capita income is $660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 85.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
23% above US avg
Poverty Rate85.3%
588% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sake, 6.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 34.3% have high blood pressure. 9.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.0% report binge drinking. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.6%
79% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.1%
35% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.0%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate41.0%

Food & Exercise

Sake enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 174 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 11% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,816 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median174.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %11.0%

Geography

Elevation4,816 ft (1,468 m)
Coordinates-1.5739°N, 29.0434°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 30.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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