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Worabe, Ethiopia

Central Ethiopia Regional State · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Worabe is a small city in Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 25,400. Elevation: 6,982 ft (2,128 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
25,400 Population 522/sq mi density
6,982 ft Elevation 2,128 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
40.3 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

Population25,400
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density522/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation6,982 ft (2,128 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population25,400
Population Density522 / sq mi
Elevation6,982 ft (2,128 m)
Coordinates7.8526°, 38.1853°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceCentral Ethiopia Regional State
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.3 inches (1,023 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Worabe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worabe 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. Worabe 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

Worabe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Worabe has a population of 25,400 with a density of 522 people per square mile, spread across 48.7 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

25,400
Total Population
522
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
48.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Worabe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Worabe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worabe 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: Worabe 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 Worabe, 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: Worabe 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

Worabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.3 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 6,982 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation6,982 ft (2,128 m)
Area48.7 sq mi (126.0 km²)
Population Density522/sq mi
Coordinates7.8526°N, 38.1853°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest
April 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 7.3 in
August 60°F (15°C) 7.5 in Coldest, Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in Driest

Worabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 60°F in August to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.5") and December the driest (0.3").

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 Density522/sq mi
Total Area48.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Worabe

What is the population of Worabe?

Worabe has a population of 25,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 522 people per square mile, spread across 48.7 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 Worabe expensive to live in?

Worabe 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 Worabe?

Worabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Worabe?

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

How are the schools in Worabe?

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

How healthy is Worabe?

The obesity rate in Worabe 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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