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Malango, Solomon Islands

Guadalcanal Province · 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands

Malango is a small city in Guadalcanal Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 10,532. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
10,532 Population
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
103.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guadalcanal Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg

People

Population10,532
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain103.3 in/yr
Sunny Days149/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband42.5%
Population10,532
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-9.6952°, 159.7173°
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal
Country🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / ProvinceGuadalcanal Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation103.3 inches (2,623 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.2 years

Is Malango a Good Place to Live?

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

Malango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 149 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 103.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Malango has a population of 10,532. 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

10,532
Total Population
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Malango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malango 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: Malango vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,883

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living72.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Malango, 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: Malango vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes13.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.8%
170% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity83.7%
Depression33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Malango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 103.3 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 92 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days149 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall103.3 inches
172% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.8%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-9.6952°N, 159.7173°W
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 11.8 in
February 78°F (26°C) 12.1 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 12.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 8.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 7.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in Driest
July 76°F (25°C) 7.4 in Coldest
August 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 7.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in Warmest

Malango has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 76°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 103.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.1") and June the driest (5.6").

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 Access42.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Malango

What is the population of Malango?

Malango has a population of 10,532 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 Malango expensive to live in?

Malango 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 Malango?

Malango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How are the schools in Malango?

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

How healthy is Malango?

The obesity rate in Malango 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.

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