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Karubaga, Indonesia

Highland Papua · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Karubaga is a small city in Highland Papua, Indonesia with a population of 6,703. Elevation: 5,843 ft (1,781 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,703 Population
5,843 ft Elevation 1,781 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
117.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jayapura 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

Population6,703
Median Age30.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain117.2 in/yr
Sunny Days123/yr
Elevation5,843 ft (1,781 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population6,703
Elevation5,843 ft (1,781 m)
Coordinates-3.6994°, 138.4579°
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceHighland Papua
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation117.2 inches (2,976 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Karubaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karubaga 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. Karubaga 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

Karubaga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 123 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 117.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Karubaga has a population of 6,703. 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

6,703
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Karubaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karubaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karubaga 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: Karubaga 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 Karubaga, 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: Karubaga 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

Karubaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 117.2 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 5,843 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days123 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall117.2 inches
208% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation5,843 ft (1,781 m)
Coordinates-3.6994°N, 138.4579°W
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 10.9 in
February 57°F (14°C) 12.0 in
March 57°F (14°C) 12.1 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 10.5 in
May 58°F (15°C) 9.1 in Warmest
June 57°F (14°C) 8.5 in Driest
July 57°F (14°C) 9.1 in
August 56°F (14°C) 8.7 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 8.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 9.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 9.2 in
December 57°F (14°C) 9.5 in

Karubaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 56°F in August to 58°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 117.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.1") and June the driest (8.5").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karubaga

What is the population of Karubaga?

Karubaga has a population of 6,703 residents and is located in Indonesia.. 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 Karubaga expensive to live in?

Karubaga 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 Karubaga?

Karubaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Karubaga?

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

How are the schools in Karubaga?

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

How healthy is Karubaga?

The obesity rate in Karubaga 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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