Bereina, 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

Population1,565

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 Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain73.4 in/yr

Sunny Days203/yr

Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	1,565
Elevation	46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates	-8.6317°, 146.5072°
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Central Province
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	73.4 inches (1,865 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Bereina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bereina 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. Bereina 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

Bereina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Bereina has a population of 1,565. 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

1,565

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bereina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Bereina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bereina 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: Bereina 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 Bereina, 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: Bereina 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

Bereina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.4 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	79.8°F
	48% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	73.4 inches
	93% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates	-8.6317°N, 146.5072°W
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	81°F (27°C)	10.0 in
February	81°F (27°C)	10.1 in	Wettest
March	81°F (27°C)	10.0 in
April	80°F (27°C)	6.9 in
May	80°F (27°C)	5.3 in
June	79°F (26°C)	2.9 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
August	78°F (25°C)	2.6 in	Driest
September	79°F (26°C)	4.4 in
October	80°F (26°C)	5.4 in
November	81°F (27°C)	5.0 in
December	81°F (27°C)	7.3 in	Warmest

Bereina has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 73.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.1") and August the driest (2.6").

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 Bereina

What is the population of Bereina?

Bereina has a population of 1,565 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 Bereina expensive to live in?

Bereina 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 Bereina?

Bereina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Bereina?

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

How are the schools in Bereina?

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

How healthy is Bereina?

The obesity rate in Bereina 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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Race & Ethnicity

Bereina vs U.S. Average

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Income: Bereina vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

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Tax & Cost of Living

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

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Air Quality

Geography

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Urban-Rural Classification

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