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Malapo, Tonga

Tongatapu · 🇹🇴 Tonga

Malapo is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 647. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
647 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
57.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tongatapu Timezone
$5,652 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$5,652 median income
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$200/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $5,652
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $200
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 71.7%
123% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

People

Population647
Median Age25.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

C
Median Income$5,652
Per Capita$5,652
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty22.5%

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$200
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity71.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking32.1%
Depression7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI50 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population647
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-21.2011°, -175.1546°
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu
Country🇹🇴 Tonga
State / ProvinceTongatapu
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,459 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$5,652
Median Age25.9 years

Is Malapo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malapo receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Malapo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malapo is $5,652, 92% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $200 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Malapo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.

Malapo has a population of 647. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

647
Total Population
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Malapo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malapo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malapo is $5,652, which is 92% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $5,652 (below the $39,052 national figure). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 72.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Malapo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$5,652
92% below US avg
Per Capita Income$5,652

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living72.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $200 (83% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$200
83% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied15.0%

Property Tax

In Malapo, 71.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 24.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.3% have high blood pressure. 32.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 85.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 7.2% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity71.7%
123% above US avg
Diabetes24.2%
High Blood Pressure43.3%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking32.1%
129% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Physical Inactivity85.8%
Depression7.3%
Mental Distress7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%
Premature Death269/100K

Food & Exercise

Malapo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median50.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.0%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-21.2011°N, 175.1546°W
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Warmest
February 80°F (26°C) 8.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 6.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in

Malapo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 70°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and June the driest (3.7").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 58.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Malapo

What is the population of Malapo?

Malapo has a population of 647 residents and is located in Tonga.. The median age of residents is 25.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Malapo expensive to live in?

Malapo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 72.4 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $5,652, 92% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $200 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Malapo?

Malapo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 50.

How is the job market in Malapo?

How much does housing cost in Malapo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $200.

How are the schools in Malapo?

15.0% of adults in Malapo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Malapo?

The obesity rate in Malapo is 71.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 32.1% of adults are smokers. 85.8% are physically inactive. 7.3% of residents report depression.

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