Lorengau, Papua New Guinea — City Data & Statistics

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

Population5,806

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 Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain136.4 in/yr

Sunny Days91/yr

Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	5,806
Elevation	148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates	-2.0341°, 147.2717°
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Manus Province
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	136.4 inches (3,464 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Lorengau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorengau 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. Lorengau 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

Lorengau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 91 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 136.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Lorengau has a population of 5,806. 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

5,806

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorengau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Lorengau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorengau 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: Lorengau 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 Lorengau, 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: Lorengau 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

Lorengau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 91 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 136.4 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 148 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	80.3°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	91 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	136.4 inches
	259% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates	-2.0341°N, 147.2717°W
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	80°F (27°C)	11.2 in
February	80°F (27°C)	11.2 in
March	80°F (27°C)	12.6 in
April	81°F (27°C)	10.8 in
May	81°F (27°C)	11.5 in
June	80°F (27°C)	11.6 in
July	80°F (27°C)	13.8 in	Coldest, Wettest
August	80°F (27°C)	11.5 in
September	81°F (27°C)	8.9 in	Warmest, Driest
October	81°F (27°C)	10.2 in
November	80°F (27°C)	10.6 in
December	80°F (27°C)	12.4 in

Lorengau has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F — from 80°F in July to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 136.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and September the driest (8.9").

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 Lorengau

What is the population of Lorengau?

Lorengau has a population of 5,806 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 Lorengau expensive to live in?

Lorengau 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 Lorengau?

Lorengau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 91 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Lorengau?

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

How are the schools in Lorengau?

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

How healthy is Lorengau?

The obesity rate in Lorengau is 20.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 36.9% of adults are smokers. 2.7% of residents report depression.