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Ambunti, Papua New Guinea

East Sepik Province · 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Ambunti is a small town in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 2,073. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
2,073 Population
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
109.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Port Moresby Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.5%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
29% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.2%
321% higher than US avg

People

Population2,073
Median Age21.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,966
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty52.2%

Health

Obesity20.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking36.9%
Depression2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain109.5 in/yr
Sunny Days138/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband24.1%
Population2,073
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-4.2172°, 142.8183°
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Country🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / ProvinceEast Sepik Province
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation109.5 inches (2,781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.7 years

Is Ambunti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambunti receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ambunti faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 52.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ambunti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 138 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 109.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Ambunti has a population of 2,073. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. 3.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 32.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,073
Total Population
21.7yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambunti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ambunti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambunti is N/A. Per capita income is $2,966 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 61.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ambunti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
29% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.2%
321% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living61.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ambunti, 20.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 14.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 27.8% have high blood pressure. 36.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.3% report binge drinking. 2.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ambunti vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes14.8%
High Blood Pressure27.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking36.9%
164% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.3%
Depression2.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate32.0%

Food & Exercise

Ambunti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 109.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days138 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall109.5 inches
188% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-4.2172°N, 142.8183°W
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 81°F (27°C)
9.7"
Feb 80°F (27°C)
11.5"
Mar 81°F (27°C)
13.0"
Apr 81°F (27°C)
10.9"
May 81°F (27°C)
8.2"
Jun 80°F (27°C)
5.5"
Jul 80°F (26°C)
7.2"
Aug 81°F (27°C)
7.4"
Sep 81°F (27°C)
7.1"
Oct 81°F (27°C)
9.6"
Nov 81°F (27°C)
9.3"
Dec 81°F (27°C)
10.3"

The warmest month is November at 81°F, while the coldest is July at 80°F — a seasonal swing of 2°F. March sees the most rain (13.0"), while June is the driest (5.5").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. 24.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+87.1%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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