Kola'a, Solomon Islands

Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 22.6%

30% lower than US avg

People

Population20,783

Median Age25.2 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$1,883

UnemploymentN/A

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking37.8%

Depression33.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

Rain129.4 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband42.5%

Population	20,783
Elevation	148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates	-9.4411°, 159.9700°
Timezone	Pacific/Guadalcanal
Country	🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / Province	Honiara
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	129.4 inches (3,287 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	25.2 years

Is Kola'a a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kola'a receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Kola'a faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kola'a 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 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 129.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Kola'a has a population of 20,783. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,783

Total Population

25.2yrs

Median Age

35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%

Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kola'a vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kola'a vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kola'a is N/A. Per capita income is $1,883 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 72.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kola'a vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$1,883

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	72.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kola'a, 22.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 29.8% have high blood pressure. 37.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 83.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kola'a vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	22.6%
	30% below US avg
Diabetes	13.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	37.8%
	170% above US avg
Binge Drinking	0.8%
Physical Inactivity	83.7%
Depression	33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	47.0%

Food & Exercise

Kola'a 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 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 129.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 49% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	79.2°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	129.4 inches
	241% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	103.0
Rating	Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %	48.8%

Geography

Elevation	148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates	-9.4411°N, 159.9700°W
Timezone	Pacific/Guadalcanal

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	79°F (26°C)	12.8 in	Wettest
February	79°F (26°C)	12.4 in
March	79°F (26°C)	11.9 in
April	79°F (26°C)	8.1 in
May	79°F (26°C)	6.7 in
June	78°F (26°C)	4.5 in	Driest
July	78°F (26°C)	5.2 in
August	78°F (25°C)	6.1 in	Coldest
September	78°F (26°C)	6.7 in
October	79°F (26°C)	7.2 in
November	79°F (26°C)	7.6 in
December	80°F (26°C)	9.3 in	Warmest

Kola'a has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 78°F in August to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.8") and June the driest (4.5").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 42.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.0%
	82% below US avg
High School+	65.0%

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	42.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kola'a

What is the population of Kola'a?

Kola'a has a population of 20,783 residents and is located in Solomon Islands.. The median age of residents is 25.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Kola'a expensive to live in?

Kola'a is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 72.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kola'a?

Kola'a 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 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 129.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How are the schools in Kola'a?

6.0% of adults in Kola'a hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kola'a?

The obesity rate in Kola'a is 22.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 37.8% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 33.7% of residents report depression.

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Is Kola'a a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Kola'a vs U.S. Average

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Social Characteristics

Kola'a vs U.S. Average

Income: Kola'a vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Kola'a vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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Air Quality

Geography

Monthly Weather

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Urban-Rural Classification

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