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Weldiya, Ethiopia

Amhara · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Weldiya is a large city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 104,000. Elevation: 6,207 ft (1,892 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
104,000 Population
6,207 ft Elevation 1,892 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
36.3 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

Population104,000
Median Age19.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population104,000
Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)
Coordinates11.8277°, 39.5916°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Weldiya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weldiya receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Weldiya 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

Weldiya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Weldiya has a population of 104,000. 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

104,000
Total Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Weldiya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Weldiya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weldiya 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: Weldiya 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 Weldiya, 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: Weldiya 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

Weldiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. 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 6,207 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)
Coordinates11.8277°N, 39.5916°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
February 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
March 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
May 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 8.9 in
August 65°F (19°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest

Weldiya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 60°F in December to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Weldiya

What is the population of Weldiya?

Weldiya has a population of 104,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia.. 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 Weldiya expensive to live in?

Weldiya 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 Weldiya?

Weldiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Weldiya?

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

How are the schools in Weldiya?

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

How healthy is Weldiya?

The obesity rate in Weldiya 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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