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Ngerkeai, Palau

Ngiwal · 🇵🇼 Palau

Ngerkeai is a small town in Ngiwal, Palau with a population of 223. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
223 Population
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
133.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Palau Timezone
$15,611 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$15,611 median income
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,611
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.9%
101% higher than US avg

People

Population223
Median Age35.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female54% / 46%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,611
Per Capita$15,611
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty24.9%

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain133.8 in/yr
Sunny Days106/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population223
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates7.5546°, 134.6361°
TimezonePacific/Palau
Country🇵🇼 Palau
State / ProvinceNgiwal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation133.8 inches (3,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,611
Median Age35.3 years

Is Ngerkeai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ngerkeai receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ngerkeai faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ngerkeai is $15,611, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 24.9% 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 $600 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

Ngerkeai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 106 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 133.8 inches.

Ngerkeai has a population of 223. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 75.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

223
Total Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ngerkeai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ngerkeai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ngerkeai is $15,611, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,611 (below the $39,052 national figure). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ngerkeai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,611
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,611

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate24.9%
101% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%

Property Tax

In Ngerkeai, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 23.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 79.0% are physically inactive, above the national average.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes23.2%
High Blood Pressure44.2%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Physical Inactivity79.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%

Food & Exercise

Ngerkeai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 133.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days106 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall133.8 inches
252% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates7.5546°N, 134.6361°W
TimezonePacific/Palau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in
March 80°F (26°C) 6.8 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in
June 80°F (27°C) 14.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 14.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.9 in

Ngerkeai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 133.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and March the driest (6.8").

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.

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

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ngerkeai

What is the population of Ngerkeai?

Ngerkeai has a population of 223 residents and is located in Palau.. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Ngerkeai expensive to live in?

Ngerkeai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $15,611, 79% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Ngerkeai?

Ngerkeai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 133.8 inches.

How is the job market in Ngerkeai?

How much does housing cost in Ngerkeai?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Ngerkeai?

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

How healthy is Ngerkeai?

The obesity rate in Ngerkeai is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 79.0% are physically inactive.

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