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Namatanai, Papua New Guinea

New Ireland · 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Namatanai is a small town in New Ireland, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,542. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,542 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
123.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Port Moresby Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,542
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain123.1 in/yr
Sunny Days126/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband24.1%
Population1,542
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-3.6637°, 152.4410°
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Country🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / ProvinceNew Ireland
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation123.1 inches (3,126 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.7 years

Is Namatanai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Namatanai 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. Namatanai 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

Namatanai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 126 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 123.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Namatanai has a population of 1,542. 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

1,542
Total Population
21.7yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Namatanai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Namatanai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Namatanai 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: Namatanai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
29% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.2%
321% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living61.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Namatanai, 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: Namatanai vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes14.8%
High Blood Pressure27.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking36.9%
164% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.3%
Depression2.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate32.0%

Food & Exercise

Namatanai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 123.1 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days126 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall123.1 inches
224% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-3.6637°N, 152.4410°W
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 14.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in
March 79°F (26°C) 15.4 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 11.8 in
May 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 7.7 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
September 80°F (26°C) 6.0 in Driest
October 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in Warmest
December 80°F (26°C) 14.6 in

Namatanai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 79°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 123.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (15.4") and September the driest (6.0").

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 Access24.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Namatanai

What is the population of Namatanai?

Namatanai has a population of 1,542 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 Namatanai expensive to live in?

Namatanai 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 Namatanai?

Namatanai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 123.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Namatanai?

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

How are the schools in Namatanai?

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

How healthy is Namatanai?

The obesity rate in Namatanai 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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