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Chuka
City in Tharaka-Nithi, Kenya
Overview
Chuka is a lively town on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya, known for its welcoming community, rich agricultural surroundings, and proximity to natural attractions. The town blends rural charm with the conveniences of a growing regional hub, making it a pleasant stopover or base for exploring Tharaka-Nithi County.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Tharaka-Nithi
Population
22,388
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-0.33°, 37.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$343
Local Cost
$200
Local Income
$160
Cashless
45
English
70
Temperature
20.4°C
Summer Avg
20.9°C
Winter Avg
19.0°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
10.2°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
978 mm
Internet Speed
14 Mbps
Upload
17 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 25 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 48/100.
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