Manumu, Papua New Guinea

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

Population596

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 Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI15 (Good)

Rain110.3 in/yr

Sunny Days138/yr

Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband24.1%

Population	596
Elevation	1,873 ft (571 m)
Coordinates	-9.0710°, 147.5706°
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby
Country	🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / Province	Central Province
Average Temperature	70°F (21°C)
January Average	72°F (22°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	110.3 inches (2,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.7 years

Is Manumu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manumu 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. Manumu 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

Manumu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 138 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 110.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Manumu has a population of 596. 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

596

Total Population

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Manumu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Manumu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manumu 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: Manumu 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 Manumu, 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: Manumu 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

Manumu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 110.3 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 1,873 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	70.1°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	72°F (22°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	138 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	110.3 inches
	190% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	15.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.9%

Geography

Elevation	1,873 ft (571 m)
Coordinates	-9.0710°N, 147.5706°W
Timezone	Pacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	72°F (22°C)	13.2 in	Warmest
February	72°F (22°C)	12.6 in
March	71°F (22°C)	13.3 in	Wettest
April	71°F (21°C)	10.0 in
May	70°F (21°C)	8.7 in
June	69°F (20°C)	5.3 in
July	68°F (20°C)	4.4 in	Coldest, Driest
August	68°F (20°C)	5.1 in
September	69°F (21°C)	7.7 in
October	70°F (21°C)	9.1 in
November	71°F (22°C)	9.0 in
December	72°F (22°C)	11.8 in

Manumu has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 68°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 110.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.3") and July the driest (4.4").

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 Manumu

What is the population of Manumu?

Manumu has a population of 596 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 Manumu expensive to live in?

Manumu 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 Manumu?

Manumu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Manumu?

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

How are the schools in Manumu?

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

How healthy is Manumu?

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

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