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Sokoni, Tanzania

Zanzibar Central/South · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Sokoni is a small city in Zanzibar Central/South, Tanzania with a population of 25,821. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
25,821 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
55.6 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

Population25,821
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population25,821
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-6.4333°, 39.5500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceZanzibar Central/South
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,412 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Sokoni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sokoni 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. Sokoni 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

Sokoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Sokoni has a population of 25,821. 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

25,821
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sokoni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sokoni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sokoni 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: Sokoni 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 Sokoni, 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: Sokoni 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

Sokoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter 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 79 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-6.4333°N, 39.5500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 2.3 in
February 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in Warmest
March 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in
April 80°F (26°C) 16.2 in Wettest
May 78°F (26°C) 12.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 1.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in

Sokoni has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 75°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (16.2") and September the driest (0.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sokoni

What is the population of Sokoni?

Sokoni has a population of 25,821 residents and is located in Tanzania.. 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 Sokoni expensive to live in?

Sokoni 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 Sokoni?

Sokoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Sokoni?

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

How are the schools in Sokoni?

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

How healthy is Sokoni?

The obesity rate in Sokoni 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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