Yumbe, Uganda
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Yumbe
8.3
High score (8-10) · Your profile
Yumbe in the far northwest corner of Uganda is heavily Muslim Aringa country near the South Sudan border — the town has an austere, frontier quality and sees almost no foreign visitors outside of humanitarian workers serving the massive refugee settlements nearby.
Mid score (6-8)
Yumbe is defined by the refugee crisis in the West Nile — it's a humanitarian logistics hub more than a town with independent character. Foreign men here are overwhelmingly NGO workers.
Lower score (below 6)
One of Uganda's most remote and challenging districts — the refugee settlement operations are the entire economy and social world here. Not a destination for anyone without humanitarian sector connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Yumbe, Uganda?
$1k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Yumbe, Uganda?
Women marry at 22
How common is a college degree in Yumbe, Uganda?
17% men have degree
What's the average male height in Yumbe, Uganda?
167 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Yumbe, Uganda?
Local women avg 24.9