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Mabuhay, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Mabuhay is a small town in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 2,848. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,848 Population 89/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
94.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population2,848
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain94.6 in/yr
Sunny Days164/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population2,848
Population Density89 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates7.4178°, 122.8367°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation94.6 inches (2,403 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Mabuhay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mabuhay receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Mabuhay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mabuhay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 164 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 94.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Mabuhay has a population of 2,848 with a density of 89 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,848
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
32.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mabuhay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mabuhay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mabuhay is N/A. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mabuhay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mabuhay, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Mabuhay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 94.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days164 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall94.6 inches
149% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area32.0 sq mi (82.9 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates7.4178°N, 122.8367°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in

Mabuhay has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 81°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (2.6").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area32.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mabuhay

What is the population of Mabuhay?

Mabuhay has a population of 2,848 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Mabuhay expensive to live in?

Mabuhay is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mabuhay?

Mabuhay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Mabuhay?

The job market in Mabuhay is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mabuhay?

21.3% of adults in Mabuhay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mabuhay?

The obesity rate in Mabuhay is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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