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Sironko, Uganda

Eastern Region · 🇺🇬 Uganda

Sironko is a small city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 19,300. Elevation: 3,684 ft (1,123 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
19,300 Population
3,684 ft Elevation 1,123 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
48.7 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

Population19,300
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband15.3%
Population19,300
Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)
Coordinates1.2313°, 34.2477°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceEastern Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,236 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age15.7 years

Is Sironko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sironko 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. Sironko 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

Sironko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Sironko has a population of 19,300. 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

19,300
Total Population
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sironko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sironko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sironko 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: Sironko 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 Sironko, 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: Sironko 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

Sironko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 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 3,684 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.6%

Geography

Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)
Coordinates1.2313°N, 34.2477°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 7.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in

Sironko has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 71°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.2").

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 Sironko

What is the population of Sironko?

Sironko has a population of 19,300 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 Sironko expensive to live in?

Sironko 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 Sironko?

Sironko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How is the job market in Sironko?

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

How are the schools in Sironko?

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

How healthy is Sironko?

The obesity rate in Sironko 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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