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Usakos, Namibia

Erongo Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Usakos is a small city in Erongo Region, Namibia with a population of 9,147. Elevation: 2,838 ft (865 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
9,147 Population
2,838 ft Elevation 865 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
6.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.0%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.3%
436% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

People

Population9,147
Median Age22.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,188
Unemployment19.3%
Poverty22.9%

Health

Obesity17.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,838 ft (865 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population9,147
Elevation2,838 ft (865 m)
Coordinates-22.0022°, 15.5860°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceErongo Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Usakos a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 19.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Usakos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Usakos has a population of 9,147. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 9.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 66.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,147
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Usakos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Usakos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Usakos is N/A. Per capita income is $4,188 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Usakos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.3%
436% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Usakos, 17.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.8% have high blood pressure. 12.0% report binge drinking. 87.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.0%
47% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure43.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity87.4%
Depression18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.0%

Food & Exercise

Usakos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 6.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,838 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.3 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation2,838 ft (865 m)
Coordinates-22.0022°N, 15.5860°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in Wettest
April 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in

Usakos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 64°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 64.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Usakos

What is the population of Usakos?

Usakos has a population of 9,147 residents and is located in Namibia.. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Usakos expensive to live in?

Usakos is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Usakos?

Usakos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Usakos?

The job market in Usakos faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Usakos?

10.0% of adults in Usakos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Usakos?

The obesity rate in Usakos is 17.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 87.4% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression.

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