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Kolonia Town, Micronesia

Pohnpei State · 🇫🇲 Micronesia

Kolonia Town is a small city in Pohnpei State, Micronesia with a population of 5,681. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,681 Population
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
180.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Pohnpei Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg

People

Population5,681
Median Age28.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,920
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain180.9 in/yr
Sunny Days66/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.4%
Population5,681
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates6.9640°, 158.2060°
TimezonePacific/Pohnpei
Country🇫🇲 Micronesia
State / ProvincePohnpei State
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation180.9 inches (4,594 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.2 years

Is Kolonia Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kolonia Town receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kolonia Town faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kolonia Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 66 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 180.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Kolonia Town has a population of 5,681. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,681
Total Population
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kolonia Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kolonia Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kolonia Town is N/A. Per capita income is $3,920 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kolonia Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,920

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kolonia Town, 47.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 22.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.9% have high blood pressure. 2.0% report binge drinking. 33.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kolonia Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes22.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking2.0%
Depression33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Kolonia Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 66 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 180.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days66 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall180.9 inches
376% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.9%

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates6.9640°N, 158.2060°W
TimezonePacific/Pohnpei
10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 39.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Kolonia 6,074 pop · 0.0 mi Palikir 6,942 pop · 4.1 mi
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