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Matavai, Samoa

Gaga'ifomauga · 🇼🇸 Samoa

Matavai is a small town in Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa with a population of 1,308. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,308 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
115.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone
$4,823 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$4,823 median income
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$200/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $4,823
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $200
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 62.4%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

People

Population1,308
Median Age27.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C
Median Income$4,823
Per Capita$4,823
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty18.8%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$200
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity62.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.6%
Depression20.8%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI124 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain115.3 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.1%
Population1,308
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-14.0321°, -171.6477°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceGaga'ifomauga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation115.3 inches (2,928 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,823
Median Age27.4 years

Is Matavai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matavai receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Matavai faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matavai is $4,823, 94% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 18.8% 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

Matavai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 115.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 124.

Matavai has a population of 1,308. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 62.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,308
Total Population
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Matavai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matavai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matavai is $4,823, which is 94% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $4,823 (below the $39,052 national figure). 18.8% 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: Matavai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$4,823
94% below US avg
Per Capita Income$4,823

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living61.70 (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-Occupied87.0%
Renter-Occupied13.0%

Property Tax

In Matavai, 62.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 24.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.3% have high blood pressure. 20.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.9% report binge drinking. 87.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.8% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity62.4%
94% above US avg
Diabetes24.6%
High Blood Pressure38.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking2.9%
Physical Inactivity87.1%
Depression20.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.0%

Food & Exercise

Matavai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 115.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 124 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 36% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall115.3 inches
203% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median124.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %35.6%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-14.0321°N, 171.6477°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 17.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (26°C) 13.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 14.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 10.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 11.3 in
November 78°F (26°C) 10.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 15.7 in

Matavai has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 76°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 133.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.1") and July the driest (6.3").

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. 58.1% 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 Access58.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Matavai

What is the population of Matavai?

Matavai has a population of 1,308 residents and is located in Samoa.. The median age of residents is 27.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Matavai expensive to live in?

Matavai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 61.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $4,823, 94% 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 Matavai?

Matavai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 124.

How is the job market in Matavai?

How much does housing cost in Matavai?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $200.

How are the schools in Matavai?

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

How healthy is Matavai?

The obesity rate in Matavai is 62.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.6% of adults are smokers. 87.1% are physically inactive. 20.8% of residents report depression.

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