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Bengkulu, Indonesia

Bengkulu · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Bengkulu is a large city in Bengkulu, Indonesia with a population of 373,591. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
373,591 Population 6,379/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
129.7 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

Population373,591
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density6,379/mi²
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain129.7 in/yr
Sunny Days110/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population373,591
Population Density6,379 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates-3.8004°, 102.2655°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceBengkulu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation129.7 inches (3,294 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Bengkulu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bengkulu 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, a low poverty rate. Bengkulu 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

Bengkulu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 110 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 129.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Bengkulu has a population of 373,591 with a density of 6,379 people per square mile, spread across 58.6 square miles. 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

373,591
Total Population
6,379
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
58.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bengkulu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bengkulu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bengkulu 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: Bengkulu 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 Bengkulu, 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: Bengkulu 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

Bengkulu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 129.7 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 62 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days110 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall129.7 inches
241% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area58.6 sq mi (151.7 km²)
Population Density6,379/sq mi
Coordinates-3.8004°N, 102.2655°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 12.5 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 10.5 in
March 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in
April 81°F (27°C) 11.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.0 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Driest
July 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.2 in Wettest
December 80°F (26°C) 13.9 in

Bengkulu has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F — from 80°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 129.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.2") and June the driest (7.2").

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

Population Density6,379/sq mi
Total Area58.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bengkulu

What is the population of Bengkulu?

Bengkulu has a population of 373,591 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 6,379 people per square mile, spread across 58.6 square miles. 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 Bengkulu expensive to live in?

Bengkulu 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 Bengkulu?

Bengkulu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 129.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Bengkulu?

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

How are the schools in Bengkulu?

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

How healthy is Bengkulu?

The obesity rate in Bengkulu 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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