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Walvis Bay, Namibia

Erongo Region · 🇳🇦 Namibia

Walvis Bay is a mid-size city in Erongo Region, Namibia with a population of 73,598. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
73,598 Population 170/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
0.5 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

Population73,598
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity17.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain0.5 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband64.4%
Population73,598
Population Density170 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-22.9575°, 14.5053°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceErongo Region
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation0.5 inches (13 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Walvis Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walvis Bay 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. Walvis Bay 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

Walvis Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Walvis Bay has a population of 73,598 with a density of 170 people per square mile, spread across 434.0 square miles. 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

73,598
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
434.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Walvis Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Walvis Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walvis Bay 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: Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay, 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: Walvis Bay 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

Walvis Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 0.5 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.5 inches
99% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.1%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area434.0 sq mi (1,124.0 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates-22.9575°N, 14.5053°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
July 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in

Walvis Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 61°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.2") and May 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

Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area434.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Walvis Bay

What is the population of Walvis Bay?

Walvis Bay has a population of 73,598 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 434.0 square miles. 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 Walvis Bay expensive to live in?

Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay?

Walvis Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Walvis Bay?

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

How are the schools in Walvis Bay?

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

How healthy is Walvis Bay?

The obesity rate in Walvis Bay 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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