Hihifo, Tonga — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $5,652

92% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $200

83% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 71.7%

123% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 22.5%

81% higher than US avg

People

Population301

Median Age25.9 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median Income$5,652

Per Capita$5,652

UnemploymentN/A

Poverty22.5%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$200

OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity71.7%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking32.1%

Depression7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)

AQI50 (Good)

Rain109.5 in/yr

Sunny Days138/yr

Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband58.5%

Population	301
Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates	-15.9544°, -173.7962°
Timezone	Pacific/Tongatapu
Country	🇹🇴 Tonga
State / Province	Niuas
Average Temperature	80°F (26°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	109.5 inches (2,782 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$5,652
Median Age	25.9 years

Is Hihifo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hihifo receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hihifo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hihifo is $5,652, 92% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 22.5% 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 $200 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hihifo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 138 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 109.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.

Hihifo has a population of 301. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

301

Total Population

25.9yrs

Median Age

33% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hihifo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hihifo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hihifo is $5,652, which is 92% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $5,652 (below the $39,052 national figure). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 72.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hihifo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$5,652
	92% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$5,652

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	22.5%
	81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	72.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $200 (83% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$200
	83% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.0%
Renter-Occupied	15.0%

Property Tax

In Hihifo, 71.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 24.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.3% have high blood pressure. 32.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 85.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 7.2% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	71.7%
	123% above US avg
Diabetes	24.2%
High Blood Pressure	43.3%
COPD	0.0%
Kidney Disease	0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	32.1%
	129% above US avg
Binge Drinking	0.3%
Physical Inactivity	85.8%
Depression	7.3%
Mental Distress	7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	71.0%

Premature Death	269/100K

Food & Exercise

Hihifo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 109.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	79.6°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	138 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	109.5 inches
	188% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	50.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	85.0%

Geography

Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates	-15.9544°N, 173.7962°W
Timezone	Pacific/Tongatapu

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	81°F (27°C)	12.4 in
February	81°F (27°C)	10.7 in	Warmest
March	81°F (27°C)	12.8 in
April	81°F (27°C)	10.3 in
May	79°F (26°C)	7.9 in
June	79°F (26°C)	5.8 in
July	78°F (25°C)	5.2 in
August	77°F (25°C)	5.0 in	Coldest, Driest
September	78°F (26°C)	6.7 in
October	79°F (26°C)	10.2 in
November	80°F (27°C)	9.6 in
December	81°F (27°C)	12.9 in	Wettest

Hihifo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 77°F in August to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 109.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.9") and August the driest (5.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hihifo

What is the population of Hihifo?

Hihifo has a population of 301 residents and is located in Tonga.. The median age of residents is 25.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Hihifo expensive to live in?

Hihifo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 72.4 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $5,652, 92% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $200 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hihifo?

Hihifo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 50.

How is the job market in Hihifo?

How much does housing cost in Hihifo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $200.

How are the schools in Hihifo?

15.0% of adults in Hihifo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hihifo?

The obesity rate in Hihifo is 71.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 32.1% of adults are smokers. 85.8% are physically inactive. 7.3% of residents report depression.