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Vavuniya, Sri Lanka

Northern Province · 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Vavuniya is a mid-size city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 60,176. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
60,176 Population 6,925/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
54.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Colombo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.6%
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

People

Population60,176
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density6,925/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,799
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.7%

Health

Obesity10.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.5%
Depression5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+92.7%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband51.2%
Population60,176
Population Density6,925 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates8.7514°, 80.4971°
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Country🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation54.1 inches (1,373 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.1 years

Is Vavuniya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vavuniya receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Vavuniya has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vavuniya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Vavuniya has a population of 60,176 with a density of 6,925 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

60,176
Total Population
6,925
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vavuniya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vavuniya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vavuniya is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Vavuniya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Vavuniya, 10.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% are current smokers. 5.6% report depression. 85.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.6%
67% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure35.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.7%
Physical Inactivity85.2%
Depression5.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%

Food & Exercise

Vavuniya has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.1 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.1 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.3%

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²)
Population Density6,925/sq mi
Coordinates8.7514°N, 80.4971°W
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 51.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+92.7%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,925/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Mihintale 5,000 pop · 27.1 mi Anuradhapura 60,943 pop · 30.9 mi Keppapularu 8,361 pop · 40.3 mi Mullaittivu 28,973 pop · 41.8 mi Kilinochchi 13,006 pop · 45.1 mi Mannar 35,817 pop · 45.3 mi Trincomalee 108,420 pop · 51.4 mi Sigiriya 1,001 pop · 58.1 mi Dambulla 66,716 pop · 62.5 mi Polonnaruwa 13,900 pop · 65.9 mi Puttalam 45,661 pop · 67.3 mi Jaffna 169,102 pop · 71.6 mi Point Pedro 89,810 pop · 75.8 mi Vakarai 21,000 pop · 76.9 mi
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