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Wacha, Ethiopia

South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Wacha is a small city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 28,300. Elevation: 6,545 ft (1,995 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
28,300 Population 11,457/sq mi density
6,545 ft Elevation 1,995 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
70.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.8%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

People

Population28,300
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density11,457/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,056
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty38.6%

Health

Obesity2.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.4%
Depression17.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain70.2 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation6,545 ft (1,995 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population28,300
Population Density11,457 / sq mi
Elevation6,545 ft (1,995 m)
Coordinates7.1511°, 35.8170°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceSouth West Ethiopia Peoples' Region
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation70.2 inches (1,782 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Wacha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wacha receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Wacha faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wacha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Wacha has a population of 28,300 with a density of 11,457 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

28,300
Total Population
11,457
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wacha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wacha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wacha is N/A. Per capita income is $1,056 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wacha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wacha, 2.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.4% have high blood pressure. 3.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.8%
91% below US avg
Diabetes5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.4%
76% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Depression17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Wacha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,545 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.2 inches
85% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,545 ft (1,995 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density11,457/sq mi
Coordinates7.1511°N, 35.8170°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 5.1 in Warmest
April 67°F (19°C) 7.3 in
May 66°F (19°C) 9.1 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 7.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.1 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 8.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 7.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
December 65°F (19°C) 2.5 in

Wacha has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 64°F in July to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 70.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (1.8").

5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 16.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11,457/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wacha

What is the population of Wacha?

Wacha has a population of 28,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 11,457 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Wacha expensive to live in?

Wacha is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Wacha?

Wacha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Wacha?

Wacha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wacha?

5.9% of adults in Wacha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wacha?

The obesity rate in Wacha is 2.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% of residents report depression.

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