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Uruobo-Okija, Nigeria

Anambra · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Uruobo-Okija is a small city in Anambra, Nigeria with a population of 13,898. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
13,898 Population
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
77.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population13,898
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain77.6 in/yr
Sunny Days196/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population13,898
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates5.9002°, 6.8431°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceAnambra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation77.6 inches (1,970 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Uruobo-Okija a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uruobo-Okija receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Uruobo-Okija faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Uruobo-Okija has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 196 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 77.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Uruobo-Okija has a population of 13,898. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,898
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Uruobo-Okija vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uruobo-Okija vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uruobo-Okija is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Uruobo-Okija vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Uruobo-Okija, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Uruobo-Okija vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Uruobo-Okija has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days196 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall77.6 inches
104% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates5.9002°N, 6.8431°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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