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Funafuti, Tuvalu

Funafuti · 🇹🇻 Tuvalu

Funafuti is a small city in Funafuti, Tuvalu with a population of 6,320. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,320 Population 6,796/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 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

Population6,320
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density6,796/mi²
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
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband74.3%
Population6,320
Population Density6,796 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-8.5243°, 179.1942°
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 Funafuti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Funafuti 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. Funafuti has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Funafuti 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

Funafuti 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.

Funafuti has a population of 6,320 with a density of 6,796 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. 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

6,320
Total Population
6,796
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Funafuti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Funafuti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Funafuti 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: Funafuti 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 Funafuti, 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: Funafuti 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

Funafuti 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 23 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

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density6,796/sq mi
Coordinates-8.5243°N, 179.1942°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

Funafuti 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

Population Density6,796/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Funafuti

What is the population of Funafuti?

Funafuti has a population of 6,320 residents and is located in Tuvalu. The population density is 6,796 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. 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 Funafuti expensive to live in?

Funafuti 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 Funafuti?

Funafuti 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 Funafuti?

How much does housing cost in Funafuti?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Funafuti?

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

How healthy is Funafuti?

The obesity rate in Funafuti 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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