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Nabire, Indonesia

Central Papua · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Nabire is a mid-size city in Central Papua, Indonesia with a population of 43,898. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
43,898 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
140.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jayapura Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population43,898
Median Age30.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain140.1 in/yr
Sunny Days89/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population43,898
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-3.3599°, 135.5007°
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceCentral Papua
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation140.1 inches (3,558 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Nabire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nabire receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Nabire stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nabire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 89 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 140.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Nabire has a population of 43,898. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

43,898
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Nabire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nabire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nabire is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nabire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nabire, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Nabire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 89 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 140.1 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days89 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall140.1 inches
269% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-3.3599°N, 135.5007°W
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 13.3 in
February 80°F (26°C) 13.8 in
March 80°F (27°C) 14.8 in Wettest
April 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in
June 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 12.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in Driest
December 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in

Nabire has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 78°F in July to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 140.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (14.8") and November the driest (9.3").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nabire

What is the population of Nabire?

Nabire has a population of 43,898 residents and is located in Indonesia.. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Nabire expensive to live in?

Nabire is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nabire?

Nabire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 89 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Nabire?

Nabire has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Nabire?

44.9% of adults in Nabire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nabire?

The obesity rate in Nabire is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

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