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Dili, Timor Leste

Dili Municipality · 🇹🇱 Timor Leste

Dili is a large city in Dili Municipality, Timor Leste with a population of 150,000. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
150,000 Population 2,175/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 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

Population150,000
Median Age20.6 yrs
Density2,175/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
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Population150,000
Population Density2,175 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates-8.5586°, 125.5736°
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 Dili a Good Place to Live?

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

Dili 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.

Dili has a population of 150,000 with a density of 2,175 people per square mile. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

150,000
Total Population
2,175
People / sq mi
20.6yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
69.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dili vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dili vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dili is N/A.

Income: Dili 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 Dili, 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: Dili 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

Dili has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. The area enjoys 357 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 93.

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

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area69.0 sq mi (178.6 km²)
Population Density2,175/sq mi
Coordinates-8.5586°N, 125.5736°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 Density2,175/sq mi
Total Area69.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Dare, DI 4,052 pop · 2.4 mi Aissirimou, AL 2,192 pop · 11.6 mi Metinaro, DI 4,000 pop · 11.6 mi Aileu, AL 17,356 pop · 11.7 mi Gleno, ER 8,133 pop · 14.8 mi Likisá, LI 19,000 pop · 16.0 mi Atauro, DI 9,274 pop · 20.3 mi Maubara, LI 16,300 pop · 25.4 mi Manatutu, MT 1,924 pop · 30.2 mi Ainaro, AN 12,000 pop · 30.3 mi Same, MF 7,500 pop · 31.2 mi Maliana, BO 22,000 pop · 38.5 mi Barique, MT 5,438 pop · 38.7 mi Venilale, BA 16,000 pop · 55.3 mi
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