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Tunduma, Tanzania

Songwe · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Tunduma is a large city in Songwe, Tanzania with a population of 219,309. Elevation: 5,571 ft (1,698 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
219,309 Population
5,571 ft Elevation 1,698 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
41.3 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

Population219,309
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population219,309
Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)
Coordinates-9.3000°, 32.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSongwe
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Tunduma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tunduma 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. Tunduma 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

Tunduma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Tunduma has a population of 219,309. 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

219,309
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tunduma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tunduma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tunduma 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: Tunduma 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 Tunduma, 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: Tunduma 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

Tunduma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. 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 5,571 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)
Coordinates-9.3000°N, 32.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
February 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 8.2 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in

Tunduma has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 67°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.2") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tunduma

What is the population of Tunduma?

Tunduma has a population of 219,309 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 Tunduma expensive to live in?

Tunduma 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 Tunduma?

Tunduma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Tunduma?

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

How are the schools in Tunduma?

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

How healthy is Tunduma?

The obesity rate in Tunduma 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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