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Shelui, Tanzania

Singida · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Shelui is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 24,817. Elevation: 3,579 ft (1,091 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
24,817 Population 459/sq mi density
3,579 ft Elevation 1,091 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population24,817
Median Age17.7 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population24,817
Population Density459 / sq mi
Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)
Coordinates-4.3667°, 34.2000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Shelui a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shelui receives an overall livability score of 1.3 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. Shelui faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shelui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Shelui has a population of 24,817 with a density of 459 people per square mile, spread across 54.1 square miles. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 49.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

24,817
Total Population
459
People / sq mi
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg
54.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shelui vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shelui vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shelui is N/A. Per capita income is $1,224 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shelui vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shelui, 12.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Shelui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,579 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)
Area54.1 sq mi (140.0 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates-4.3667°N, 34.2000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in Warmest
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in Wettest

Shelui has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 70°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.0").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 29.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density459/sq mi
Total Area54.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shelui

What is the population of Shelui?

Shelui has a population of 24,817 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 459 people per square mile, spread across 54.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Shelui expensive to live in?

Shelui is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shelui?

Shelui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Shelui?

The job market in Shelui is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shelui?

4.0% of adults in Shelui hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shelui?

The obesity rate in Shelui is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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