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Tamu, Myanmar

Sagaing Region · 🇲🇲 Myanmar

Tamu is a mid-size city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar with a population of 43,737. Elevation: 584 ft (178 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
43,737 Population
584 ft Elevation 178 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
96.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.4%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

People

Population43,737
Median Age29.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,233
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.3%

Health

Obesity7.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain96.4 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population43,737
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates24.2166°, 94.3122°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceSagaing Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation96.4 inches (2,449 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.2 years

Is Tamu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamu receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Tamu has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tamu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 96.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Tamu has a population of 43,737. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

43,737
Total Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tamu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamu is N/A. Per capita income is $1,233 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tamu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tamu, 7.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.8% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 86.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.4%
77% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity86.8%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Tamu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 96.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.4 inches
154% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates24.2166°N, 94.3122°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
April 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 21.3 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 19.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 18.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 14.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 9.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Tamu has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 61°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (21.3") and January the driest (0.4").

20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
40% below US avg
High School+65.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tamu

What is the population of Tamu?

Tamu has a population of 43,737 residents and is located in Myanmar.. The median age of residents is 29.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Tamu expensive to live in?

Tamu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Tamu?

Tamu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 96.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Tamu?

Tamu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tamu?

20.4% of adults in Tamu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tamu?

The obesity rate in Tamu is 7.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 86.8% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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