Arawa, Papua New Guinea

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

Population40,266

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 Temp76°F (25°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain134.1 in/yr

Sunny Days94/yr

Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	40,266
Elevation	92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates	-6.2298°, 155.5660°
Timezone	Pacific/Bougainville
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Bougainville
Average Temperature	76°F (25°C)
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	134.1 inches (3,407 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Arawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arawa 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. Arawa 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

Arawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 94 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 134.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Arawa has a population of 40,266. 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

40,266

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Arawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Arawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arawa 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: Arawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	29% below US avg
Poverty Rate	52.2%
	321% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	61.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Arawa, 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: Arawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.5%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	14.8%
High Blood Pressure	27.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	36.9%
	164% above US avg
Binge Drinking	1.3%
Depression	2.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	32.0%

Food & Exercise

Arawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 134.1 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 92 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	76.2°F
	41% above US avg
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	94 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	134.1 inches
	253% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates	-6.2298°N, 155.5660°W
Timezone	Pacific/Bougainville

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	77°F (25°C)	11.4 in	Warmest
February	77°F (25°C)	11.2 in
March	77°F (25°C)	13.5 in	Wettest
April	76°F (25°C)	11.8 in
May	76°F (25°C)	10.2 in
June	75°F (24°C)	10.6 in
July	75°F (24°C)	12.8 in	Coldest
August	75°F (24°C)	12.0 in
September	76°F (24°C)	11.0 in
October	76°F (25°C)	10.5 in
November	77°F (25°C)	9.7 in	Driest
December	77°F (25°C)	9.7 in

Arawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 75°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 134.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.5") and November the driest (9.7").

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 Access	24.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Arawa

What is the population of Arawa?

Arawa has a population of 40,266 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea.. The median age of residents is 21.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Arawa expensive to live in?

Arawa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 61.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Arawa?

Arawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 134.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Arawa?

The job market in Arawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Arawa?

6.0% of adults in Arawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Arawa?

The obesity rate in Arawa is 20.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 36.9% of adults are smokers. 2.7% of residents report depression.

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Arawa vs U.S. Average

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Arawa vs U.S. Average

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