Kokoda, 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

Population6,199

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 Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain120.4 in/yr

Sunny Days124/yr

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	6,199
Elevation	1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates	-8.8778°, 147.7364°
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Oro Province
Average Temperature	72°F (22°C)
January Average	74°F (23°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	120.4 inches (3,057 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Kokoda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kokoda 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. Kokoda 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

Kokoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 124 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 120.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Kokoda has a population of 6,199. 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

6,199

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kokoda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kokoda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kokoda 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: Kokoda 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 Kokoda, 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: Kokoda 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

Kokoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.4 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 1,220 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	71.7°F
	33% above US avg
January Average	74°F (23°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	124 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	120.4 inches
	217% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates	-8.8778°N, 147.7364°W
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	74°F (23°C)	14.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
February	73°F (23°C)	13.5 in
March	73°F (23°C)	13.5 in
April	72°F (22°C)	10.4 in
May	72°F (22°C)	9.4 in
June	70°F (21°C)	5.9 in
July	70°F (21°C)	5.6 in	Coldest, Driest
August	70°F (21°C)	5.8 in
September	71°F (22°C)	8.9 in
October	72°F (22°C)	10.0 in
November	72°F (22°C)	10.3 in
December	73°F (23°C)	13.0 in

Kokoda has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 70°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 120.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.1") and July the driest (5.6").

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 Kokoda

What is the population of Kokoda?

Kokoda has a population of 6,199 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 Kokoda expensive to live in?

Kokoda 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 Kokoda?

Kokoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Kokoda?

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

How are the schools in Kokoda?

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

How healthy is Kokoda?

The obesity rate in Kokoda 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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Kokoda vs U.S. Average

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Income: Kokoda vs U.S.

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