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Wajir, Kenya

Wajir County · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Wajir is a mid-size city in Wajir County, Kenya with a population of 90,116. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
90,116 Population
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

People

Population90,116
Median Age20.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty46.9%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.9%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI49 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Population90,116
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates1.7471°, 40.0573°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceWajir County
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average85°F (29°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (344 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.0 years

Is Wajir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wajir 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. Wajir faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wajir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Wajir has a population of 90,116. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 57.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

90,116
Total Population
20.0yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wajir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wajir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wajir is N/A. Per capita income is $1,943 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wajir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wajir, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 5.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.5% report binge drinking. 86.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.5%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%

Food & Exercise

Wajir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

85°F Jan (29°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.9°F
54% above US avg
January Average85°F (29°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.1%

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates1.7471°N, 40.0573°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (29°C) 0.4 in
February 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
March 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in Warmest
April 84°F (29°C) 4.0 in Wettest
May 83°F (28°C) 1.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in
December 83°F (28°C) 1.2 in

Wajir has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 80°F in July to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.0") and August the driest (0.1").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wajir

What is the population of Wajir?

Wajir has a population of 90,116 residents and is located in Kenya.. The median age of residents is 20.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Wajir expensive to live in?

Wajir is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Wajir?

Wajir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 49.

How is the job market in Wajir?

The unemployment rate in Wajir is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Wajir?

10.4% of adults in Wajir hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wajir?

The obesity rate in Wajir is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.9% of adults are smokers. 86.9% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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