Ialibu, Papua New Guinea

Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 20.5%

36% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

29% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 52.2%

321% higher than US avg

People

Population6,915

Median Age21.7 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$2,966

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty52.2%

Health

Obesity20.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking36.9%

Depression2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain127.1 in/yr

Sunny Days107/yr

Elevation6,762 ft (2,061 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	6,915
Elevation	6,762 ft (2,061 m)
Coordinates	-6.2821°, 143.9935°
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Southern Highlands Province
Average Temperature	61°F (16°C)
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	127.1 inches (3,229 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Ialibu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ialibu receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ialibu faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 52.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ialibu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 107 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 127.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Ialibu has a population of 6,915. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. 3.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 32.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,915

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ialibu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Ialibu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ialibu is N/A. Per capita income is $2,966 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 61.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ialibu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	29% below US avg
Poverty Rate	52.2%
	321% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	61.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ialibu, 20.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 14.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 27.8% have high blood pressure. 36.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.3% report binge drinking. 2.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.5%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	14.8%
High Blood Pressure	27.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	36.9%
	164% above US avg
Binge Drinking	1.3%
Depression	2.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	32.0%

Food & Exercise

Ialibu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 107 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 127.1 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 6,762 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	61.0°F
	13% above US avg
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	107 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	127.1 inches
	235% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	6,762 ft (2,061 m)
Coordinates	-6.2821°N, 143.9935°W
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	62°F (17°C)	12.2 in
February	62°F (17°C)	12.3 in	Warmest
March	62°F (17°C)	13.9 in	Wettest
April	62°F (16°C)	10.9 in
May	62°F (17°C)	9.1 in
June	60°F (16°C)	7.4 in	Driest
July	59°F (15°C)	8.2 in	Coldest
August	60°F (16°C)	8.7 in
September	60°F (16°C)	10.7 in
October	61°F (16°C)	11.1 in
November	61°F (16°C)	10.1 in
December	62°F (16°C)	12.6 in

Ialibu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 59°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 127.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.9") and June the driest (7.4").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. 24.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.0%
	82% below US avg
High School+	87.1%

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	24.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ialibu

What is the population of Ialibu?

Ialibu has a population of 6,915 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea.. The median age of residents is 21.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Ialibu expensive to live in?

Ialibu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 61.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ialibu?

Ialibu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 107 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 127.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Ialibu?

The job market in Ialibu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ialibu?

6.0% of adults in Ialibu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ialibu?

The obesity rate in Ialibu is 20.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 36.9% of adults are smokers. 2.7% of residents report depression.

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