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Banjarmasin, Indonesia

South Kalimantan · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Banjarmasin is a major city in South Kalimantan, Indonesia with a population of 657,663. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
657,663 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
118.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population657,663
Median Age30.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain118.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population657,663
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-3.3199°, 114.5908°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceSouth Kalimantan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation118.8 inches (3,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Banjarmasin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Banjarmasin receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Banjarmasin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Banjarmasin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 118.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Banjarmasin has a population of 657,663. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

657,663
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Banjarmasin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Banjarmasin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Banjarmasin is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Banjarmasin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Banjarmasin, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Banjarmasin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 118.8 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall118.8 inches
213% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-3.3199°N, 114.5908°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
March 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 9.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 7.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in
October 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in
November 82°F (28°C) 9.4 in
December 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in

Banjarmasin has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.8") and August the driest (4.0").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Banjarmasin

What is the population of Banjarmasin?

Banjarmasin has a population of 657,663 residents and is located in Indonesia.. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Banjarmasin expensive to live in?

Banjarmasin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Banjarmasin?

Banjarmasin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 118.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Banjarmasin?

Banjarmasin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Banjarmasin?

44.9% of adults in Banjarmasin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Banjarmasin?

The obesity rate in Banjarmasin is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

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