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Luwuk, Indonesia

Central Sulawesi · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Luwuk is a mid-size city in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 47,778. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
47,778 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
62.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population47,778
Median Age30.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population47,778
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-0.9516°, 122.7875°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceCentral Sulawesi
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation62.6 inches (1,591 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Luwuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luwuk receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Luwuk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Luwuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Luwuk has a population of 47,778. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

47,778
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Luwuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Luwuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luwuk is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Luwuk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Luwuk, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Luwuk vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Luwuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 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 56 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.6 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-0.9516°N, 122.7875°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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