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Banyuwangi, Indonesia

East Java · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Banyuwangi is a large city in East Java, Indonesia with a population of 117,558. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
117,558 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
62.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta 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

Population117,558
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)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population117,558
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-8.2325°, 114.3576°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceEast Java
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation62.7 inches (1,593 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Banyuwangi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Banyuwangi 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. Banyuwangi 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

Banyuwangi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Banyuwangi has a population of 117,558. 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

117,558
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Banyuwangi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Banyuwangi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Banyuwangi 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: Banyuwangi 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 Banyuwangi, 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: Banyuwangi 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

Banyuwangi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 62.7 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 79 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.7 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-8.2325°N, 114.3576°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 9.6 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in
June 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.5 in
December 80°F (26°C) 7.7 in

Banyuwangi has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in August to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.6") and August the driest (1.7").

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 Banyuwangi

What is the population of Banyuwangi?

Banyuwangi has a population of 117,558 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 Banyuwangi expensive to live in?

Banyuwangi 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 Banyuwangi?

Banyuwangi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Banyuwangi?

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

How are the schools in Banyuwangi?

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

How healthy is Banyuwangi?

The obesity rate in Banyuwangi 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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