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Gunungsitoli, Indonesia

North Sumatra · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Gunungsitoli is a large city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 136,707. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
136,707 Population 1,261/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
127.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population136,707
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,261/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain127.5 in/yr
Sunny Days115/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population136,707
Population Density1,261 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates1.2888°, 97.6143°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Sumatra
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation127.5 inches (3,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Gunungsitoli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gunungsitoli receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Gunungsitoli stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gunungsitoli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 115 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 127.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Gunungsitoli has a population of 136,707 with a density of 1,261 people per square mile, spread across 108.4 square miles. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

136,707
Total Population
1,261
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
108.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gunungsitoli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gunungsitoli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gunungsitoli is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gunungsitoli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gunungsitoli, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Gunungsitoli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 115 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 127.5 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

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days115 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall127.5 inches
235% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area108.4 sq mi (280.8 km²)
Population Density1,261/sq mi
Coordinates1.2888°N, 97.6143°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
February 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in
April 80°F (26°C) 10.9 in Warmest
May 80°F (26°C) 8.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
July 78°F (26°C) 8.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 9.9 in
September 78°F (25°C) 11.7 in Coldest
October 78°F (26°C) 15.6 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 15.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 12.8 in

Gunungsitoli has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 78°F in September to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 127.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.6") and February the driest (7.4").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,261/sq mi
Total Area108.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gunungsitoli

What is the population of Gunungsitoli?

Gunungsitoli has a population of 136,707 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 1,261 people per square mile, spread across 108.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Gunungsitoli expensive to live in?

Gunungsitoli is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gunungsitoli?

Gunungsitoli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 115 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 127.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Gunungsitoli?

Gunungsitoli has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gunungsitoli?

44.9% of adults in Gunungsitoli hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gunungsitoli?

The obesity rate in Gunungsitoli is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

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