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Obolongo, Sao Tome and Principe

São Tomé Island · 🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe

Obolongo is a small town in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 835. Elevation: 682 ft (208 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
835 Population
682 ft Elevation 208 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
78.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Sao Tome Timezone
$2,991 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,991 median income
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$150/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,991
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $150
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 16.5%
49% lower than US avg

People

Population835
Median Age20.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,991
Per Capita$2,991
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$150
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity16.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.7%
Depression1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI172 (Unhealthy)
Rain78.6 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband61.5%
Population835
Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Coordinates0.2900°, 6.6932°
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome
Country🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe
State / ProvinceSão Tomé Island
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation78.6 inches (1,997 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,991
Median Age20.8 years

Is Obolongo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Obolongo receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Obolongo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Obolongo is $2,991, 96% below the national average of $75,149.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Obolongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 193 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 78.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 172.

Obolongo has a population of 835. The median age is 20.8 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 60.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

835
Total Population
20.8yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Obolongo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Obolongo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Obolongo is $2,991, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,991 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 55.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Obolongo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,991
96% below US avg
Per Capita Income$2,991

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $150 (87% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$150
87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

In Obolongo, 16.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.1% have high blood pressure. 5.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 1.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity16.5%
49% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure45.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Depression1.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.0%

Food & Exercise

Obolongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 172 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 12% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall78.6 inches
107% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median172.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %11.9%

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Coordinates0.2900°N, 6.6932°W
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 7.3 in
February 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in Warmest
April 77°F (25°C) 10.5 in Wettest
May 76°F (25°C) 9.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 8.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in

Obolongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 73°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.5") and July the driest (0.5").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 61.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Obolongo

What is the population of Obolongo?

Obolongo has a population of 835 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe.. The median age of residents is 20.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Obolongo expensive to live in?

Obolongo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,991, 96% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Obolongo?

Obolongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 172.

How is the job market in Obolongo?

How much does housing cost in Obolongo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Obolongo?

10.0% of adults in Obolongo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Obolongo?

The obesity rate in Obolongo is 16.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of adults are smokers. 1.9% of residents report depression.

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