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Wenago, Ethiopia

South Ethiopia Regional State · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Wenago is a small city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 22,800. Elevation: 5,650 ft (1,722 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
22,800 Population 417/sq mi density
5,650 ft Elevation 1,722 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
59.9 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

Population22,800
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density417/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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain59.9 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population22,800
Population Density417 / sq mi
Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)
Coordinates6.3167°, 38.2667°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceSouth Ethiopia Regional State
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation59.9 inches (1,521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Wenago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wenago 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. Wenago 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

Wenago enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Wenago has a population of 22,800 with a density of 417 people per square mile, spread across 54.7 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

22,800
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
54.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wenago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wenago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wenago 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: Wenago 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 Wenago, 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: Wenago 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

Wenago enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 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 5,650 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.9 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)
Area54.7 sq mi (141.6 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates6.3167°N, 38.2667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
February 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
March 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
April 65°F (18°C) 8.9 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 8.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in
August 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 7.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 8.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest

Wenago has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 62°F in December to 66°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.9") 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

Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area54.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wenago

What is the population of Wenago?

Wenago has a population of 22,800 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 417 people per square mile, spread across 54.7 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 Wenago expensive to live in?

Wenago 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 Wenago?

Wenago enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Wenago?

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

How are the schools in Wenago?

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

How healthy is Wenago?

The obesity rate in Wenago 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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