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Oldest Cities in Zimbabwe

Top 45 cities ranked by oldest cities

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Oldest Cities — Zimbabwe

1 Masvingo 08 20.5
2 Karoi 05 20.5
3 Rusape 01 20.5
4 Hwange 06 20.5
5 Chiredzi 08 20.5
6 Redcliff 02 20.5
7 Bindura 03 20.5
8 Beitbridge 07 20.5
9 Zvishavane 08 20.5
10 Chegutu 05 20.5
11 Marondera 04 20.5
12 Norton 05 20.5
13 Victoria Falls 06 20.5
14 Chinhoyi 05 20.5
15 Ruwa 04 20.5
16 Kadoma 05 20.5
17 Kwekwe 02 20.5
18 Gweru 02 20.5
19 Epworth 10 20.5
20 Mutare 01 20.5
21 Chitungwiza 10 20.5
22 Bulawayo 09 20.5
23 Harare 10 20.5
24 Mutoko 04 20.5
25 Chakari 05 20.5
26 Mhangura 05 20.5
27 Penhalonga 01 20.5
28 Inyati 06 20.5
29 Mount Hampden 04 20.5
30 Glendale 03 20.5
31 Banket 05 20.5
32 Mazowe 03 20.5
33 Shamva 03 20.5
34 Murewa 04 20.5
35 Mount Darwin 03 20.5
36 Chivhu 04 20.5
37 Mashava 08 20.5
38 Plumtree 07 20.5
39 Harare Western Suburbs 05 20.5
40 Mvurwi 03 20.5
41 Shurugwi 02 20.5
42 Gwanda 07 20.5
43 Kariba 05 20.5
44 Gokwe 02 20.5
45 Chipinge 01 20.5

Cities with the oldest median ages in Zimbabwe often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Masvingo has a median age of 20.5 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Half of Masvingo's residents are over 20.5 years old.
  • 2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
  • 3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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