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Matahau, Tonga

Tongatapu · 🇹🇴 Tonga

Matahau is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 583. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
583 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
60.6 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

Population583
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)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.5%
Population583
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-21.1425°, -175.3129°
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu
Country🇹🇴 Tonga
State / ProvinceTongatapu
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation60.6 inches (1,539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$5,652
Median Age25.9 years

Is Matahau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matahau 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. Matahau has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matahau 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

Matahau 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 60.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.

Matahau has a population of 583. 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

583
Total Population
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Matahau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matahau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matahau 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: Matahau 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 Matahau, 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: Matahau 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

Matahau 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 60.6 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.2°F
41% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.6 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median50.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.0%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-21.1425°N, 175.3129°W
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Warmest
February 80°F (26°C) 8.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in Driest
August 71°F (21°C) 4.2 in Coldest
September 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 6.9 in

Matahau has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 71°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 70.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and July 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 Matahau

What is the population of Matahau?

Matahau has a population of 583 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 Matahau expensive to live in?

Matahau 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 Matahau?

Matahau 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 60.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 50.

How is the job market in Matahau?

How much does housing cost in Matahau?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $200.

How are the schools in Matahau?

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

How healthy is Matahau?

The obesity rate in Matahau 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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