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Dare, Timor Leste

Dili Municipality · 🇹🇱 Timor Leste

Dare is a small town in Dili Municipality, Timor Leste with a population of 4,052. Elevation: 1,699 ft (518 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
4,052 Population 606/sq mi density
1,699 ft Elevation 518 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
18.2 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

Population4,052
Median Age20.6 yrs
Density606/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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI93 (Moderate)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Population4,052
Population Density606 / sq mi
Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Coordinates-8.5927°, 125.5710°
TimezoneAsia/Dili
Country🇹🇱 Timor Leste
State / ProvinceDili Municipality
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (461 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age20.6 years

Is Dare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dare receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Dare 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

Dare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 93.

Dare has a population of 4,052 with a density of 606 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 7.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,052
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
20.6yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dare is N/A. Per capita income is $1,502 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 30.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dare 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 Dare, 2.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 44.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.2% report binge drinking. 89.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dare 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

Dare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 93 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 55% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,699 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.0°F
52% above US avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median93.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %55.2%

Geography

Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates-8.5927°N, 125.5710°W
TimezoneAsia/Dili

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 9.5 in Warmest
February 76°F (25°C) 9.8 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
April 76°F (25°C) 5.9 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
August 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Coldest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in
December 78°F (25°C) 9.5 in

Dare has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 73°F in August to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.8") and September the driest (0.6").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 34.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density606/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dare

What is the population of Dare?

Dare has a population of 4,052 residents and is located in Timor Leste. The population density is 606 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Dare expensive to live in?

Dare is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dare?

Dare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 93.

How are the schools in Dare?

10.0% of adults in Dare hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dare?

The obesity rate in Dare is 2.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 44.7% of adults are smokers. 89.4% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Dili, DI 150,000 pop · 2.4 mi Aissirimou, AL 2,192 pop · 9.2 mi Aileu, AL 17,356 pop · 9.4 mi Metinaro, DI 4,000 pop · 12.4 mi Gleno, ER 8,133 pop · 12.9 mi Likisá, LI 19,000 pop · 15.7 mi Atauro, DI 9,274 pop · 22.6 mi Maubara, LI 16,300 pop · 25.0 mi Ainaro, AN 12,000 pop · 27.9 mi Same, MF 7,500 pop · 28.9 mi Manatutu, MT 1,924 pop · 30.7 mi Maliana, BO 22,000 pop · 36.5 mi Barique, MT 5,438 pop · 37.7 mi Suai, CO 21,539 pop · 54.2 mi
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