Lata, Solomon Islands — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 22.6%

30% lower than US avg

People

Population553

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 Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

Rain175.1 in/yr

Sunny Days62/yr

Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband42.5%

Population	553
Elevation	95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates	-10.7250°, 165.7972°
Timezone	Pacific/Guadalcanal
Country	🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / Province	Temotu Province
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	175.1 inches (4,448 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	25.2 years

Is Lata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lata receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Lata 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

Lata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 62 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 175.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Lata has a population of 553. 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

553

Total Population

25.2yrs

Median Age

35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%

Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Lata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lata 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: Lata 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 Lata, 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: Lata 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

Lata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 62 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 175.1 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 95 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	80.3°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	62 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	175.1 inches
	361% 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	95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates	-10.7250°N, 165.7972°W
Timezone	Pacific/Guadalcanal

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	81°F (27°C)	17.1 in
February	81°F (27°C)	16.0 in
March	81°F (27°C)	18.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
April	81°F (27°C)	12.9 in
May	81°F (27°C)	15.2 in
June	80°F (27°C)	11.8 in	Driest
July	79°F (26°C)	13.6 in
August	79°F (26°C)	15.0 in	Coldest
September	79°F (26°C)	14.2 in
October	80°F (27°C)	13.8 in
November	81°F (27°C)	13.8 in
December	81°F (27°C)	13.6 in

Lata has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 79°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 175.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (18.2") and June the driest (11.8").

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 Lata

What is the population of Lata?

Lata has a population of 553 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 Lata expensive to live in?

Lata 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 Lata?

Lata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 62 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 175.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How are the schools in Lata?

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

How healthy is Lata?

The obesity rate in Lata 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.