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Yirga Ch’efē, Ethiopia

South Ethiopia Regional State · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Yirga Ch’efē is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 40,600. Elevation: 6,007 ft (1,831 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
40,600 Population 47,765/sq mi density
6,007 ft Elevation 1,831 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

Population40,600
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density47,765/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
Elevation6,007 ft (1,831 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population40,600
Population Density47,765 / sq mi
Elevation6,007 ft (1,831 m)
Coordinates6.1667°, 38.2000°
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 Yirga Ch’efē a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yirga Ch’efē 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. Yirga Ch’efē 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

Yirga Ch’efē 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.

Yirga Ch’efē has a population of 40,600 with a density of 47,765 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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

40,600
Total Population
47,765
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yirga Ch’efē vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yirga Ch’efē vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yirga Ch’efē 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: Yirga Ch’efē 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 Yirga Ch’efē, 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: Yirga Ch’efē 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

Yirga Ch’efē 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 6,007 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

Elevation6,007 ft (1,831 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density47,765/sq mi
Coordinates6.1667°N, 38.2000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
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 Density47,765/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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