Study aimed to determine diabetes prevalence and factors among older persons. Material & methods: We performed cross-sectional research where all household members aged 50 years and above in chosen houses were requested to participate. In families without anybody aged 50 years and above, one individual was randomly picked to participate. The research involved 300 patients. Results: 200 men and 100 women responded. 120 participants were rural, 198 married, and 224 self-employed. The five household wealth quintiles were equally split, with 70 in the wealthiest and 52 in the poorest. Most respondents were physically active, while 72 were not. There were 48 overweight and 39 obese responders. About 60 responders ate enough fruits and vegetables. Rural respondents were rarer than urban ones. College and university graduates had the highest diabetes prevalence, while individuals without formal training had the lowest. Low- and moderate-activity people were more likely to develop diabetes. Fat people were twice as likely to get diabetes as those with a normal BMI. Conclusion: Our research shows the prevalence of diabetes and related risk factors among older persons. Older age, more education, less physical activity, and obesity increased diabetes risk in the general population. Diabetes risk factors vary by gender, with men having old age and greater education and females’ obesity and inactivity.