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Fakaifou Village, Tuvalu

Funafuti · 🇹🇻 Tuvalu

Fakaifou Village is a small town in Funafuti, Tuvalu with a population of 1,007. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,007 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
109.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Funafuti Timezone
$6,345 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$6,345 median income
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$150/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $6,345
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $150
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 64.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.3%
112% higher than US avg

People

Population1,007
Median Age27.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

D
Median Income$6,345
Per Capita$6,345
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty26.3%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$150
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity64.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain109.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband74.3%
Population1,007
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-8.5176°, 179.2009°
TimezonePacific/Funafuti
Country🇹🇻 Tuvalu
State / ProvinceFunafuti
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation109.8 inches (2,789 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$6,345
Median Age27.8 years

Is Fakaifou Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fakaifou Village receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fakaifou Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fakaifou Village is $6,345, 92% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Fakaifou Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 109.8 inches.

Fakaifou Village has a population of 1,007. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,007
Total Population
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fakaifou Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fakaifou Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fakaifou Village is $6,345, which is 92% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $6,345 (below the $39,052 national figure). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fakaifou Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$6,345
92% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,345

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate26.3%
112% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $150 (87% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$150
87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%

Property Tax

In Fakaifou Village, 64.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 23.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 50.4% have high blood pressure. 30.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 87.1% are physically inactive, above the national average.

Health Metrics: Fakaifou Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity64.2%
100% above US avg
Diabetes23.8%
High Blood Pressure50.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.7%
119% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Physical Inactivity87.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Fakaifou Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 329 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 109.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall109.8 inches
189% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-8.5176°N, 179.2009°W
TimezonePacific/Funafuti

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 15.4 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in Coldest
March 81°F (27°C) 14.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in Driest
July 83°F (28°C) 9.9 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
November 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
December 81°F (27°C) 15.2 in

Fakaifou Village has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 80°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 132.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (15.4") and June the driest (7.8").

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. 74.3% 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fakaifou Village

What is the population of Fakaifou Village?

Fakaifou Village has a population of 1,007 residents and is located in Tuvalu.. The median age of residents is 27.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Fakaifou Village expensive to live in?

Fakaifou Village is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $6,345, 92% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Fakaifou Village?

Fakaifou Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.8 inches.

How is the job market in Fakaifou Village?

How much does housing cost in Fakaifou Village?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Fakaifou Village?

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

How healthy is Fakaifou Village?

The obesity rate in Fakaifou Village is 64.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 30.7% of adults are smokers. 87.1% are physically inactive.

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