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Ziway, Ethiopia

Oromiya · 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Ziway is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 90,500. Elevation: 5,410 ft (1,649 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
90,500 Population 21,703/sq mi density
5,410 ft Elevation 1,649 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
32.4 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

Population90,500
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density21,703/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 Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI59 (Moderate)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband16.7%
Population90,500
Population Density21,703 / sq mi
Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)
Coordinates7.9333°, 38.7167°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (824 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.5 years

Is Ziway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ziway 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. Ziway 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

Ziway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 59.

Ziway has a population of 90,500 with a density of 21,703 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 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

90,500
Total Population
21,703
People / sq mi
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ziway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ziway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ziway 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: Ziway 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 Ziway, 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: Ziway 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

Ziway enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.4 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 5,410 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median59.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %79.1%

Geography

Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density21,703/sq mi
Coordinates7.9333°N, 38.7167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in Warmest
May 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 5.7 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 5.5 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Ziway has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 64°F in December to 69°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Density21,703/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ziway

What is the population of Ziway?

Ziway has a population of 90,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 21,703 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 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 Ziway expensive to live in?

Ziway 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 Ziway?

Ziway enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 59.

How is the job market in Ziway?

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

How are the schools in Ziway?

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

How healthy is Ziway?

The obesity rate in Ziway 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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