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Baukau, Timor Leste

Baucau · 🇹🇱 Timor Leste

Baukau is a small city in Baucau, Timor Leste with a population of 16,000. Elevation: 1,450 ft (442 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
16,000 Population 112/sq mi density
1,450 ft Elevation 442 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
53.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dili Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 2.4%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population16,000
Median Age20.6 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,502
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity2.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking44.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI93 (Moderate)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Population16,000
Population Density112 / sq mi
Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Coordinates-8.4757°, 126.4563°
TimezoneAsia/Dili
Country🇹🇱 Timor Leste
State / ProvinceBaucau
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.4 inches (1,355 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.6 years

Is Baukau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baukau receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Baukau faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Baukau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 93.

Baukau has a population of 16,000 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,000
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
20.6yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
142.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Baukau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baukau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baukau is N/A.

Income: Baukau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,502

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Baukau, 2.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 44.7% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 89.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity2.4%
93% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking44.7%
219% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.2%
Physical Inactivity89.4%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Baukau has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. The area enjoys 239 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 93.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median93.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %55.2%

Geography

Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Area142.7 sq mi (369.5 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates-8.4757°N, 126.4563°W
TimezoneAsia/Dili
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area142.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Venilale, BA 16,000 pop · 12.7 mi Irabin de Baixo, VI 2,454 pop · 25.0 mi Luro, LA 2,839 pop · 26.2 mi Viqueque, VI 6,078 pop · 27.1 mi Manatutu, MT 1,924 pop · 30.4 mi Lautem, LA 3,157 pop · 31.6 mi Barique, MT 5,438 pop · 36.3 mi Lospalos, LA 17,186 pop · 37.2 mi Metinaro, DI 4,000 pop · 49.0 mi Tutuala, LA 3,707 pop · 54.9 mi Atauro, DI 9,274 pop · 60.2 mi Dili, DI 150,000 pop · 60.6 mi Dare, DI 4,052 pop · 61.0 mi Aissirimou, AL 2,192 pop · 62.9 mi
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