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Zaria, Nigeria

Kaduna State · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Zaria is a major city in Kaduna State, Nigeria with a population of 980,000. Elevation: 2,113 ft (644 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
980,000 Population 4,508/sq mi density
2,113 ft Elevation 644 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population980,000
Median Age18.1 yrs
Density4,508/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population980,000
Population Density4,508 / sq mi
Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Coordinates11.1113°, 7.7227°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceKaduna State
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (998 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Zaria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zaria receives an overall livability score of 1.8 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. Zaria faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Zaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Zaria has a population of 980,000 with a density of 4,508 people per square mile, spread across 217.4 square miles. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

980,000
Total Population
4,508
People / sq mi
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
217.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zaria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zaria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zaria is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zaria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zaria, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Zaria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Zaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,113 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Area217.4 sq mi (563.0 km²)
Population Density4,508/sq mi
Coordinates11.1113°N, 7.7227°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.2 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 4.3 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.6 in
August 74°F (24°C) 11.1 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 7.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Zaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 73°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (0.0").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,508/sq mi
Total Area217.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zaria

What is the population of Zaria?

Zaria has a population of 980,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 4,508 people per square mile, spread across 217.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Zaria expensive to live in?

Zaria is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zaria?

Zaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Zaria?

Zaria has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zaria?

9.7% of adults in Zaria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Zaria?

The obesity rate in Zaria is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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