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Paea, French Polynesia

Îles du Vent · 🇵🇫 French Polynesia

Paea is a small city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 12,084. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,084 Population 481/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
130.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tahiti Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.1%
50% higher than US avg

People

Population12,084
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,832
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.1%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain130.4 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population12,084
Population Density481 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-17.6833°, -149.5833°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceÎles du Vent
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation130.4 inches (3,311 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age35.3 years

Is Paea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paea receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Paea has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Paea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 130.4 inches.

Paea has a population of 12,084 with a density of 481 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

12,084
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
25.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Paea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Paea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paea is N/A. Per capita income is $21,832 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 90, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Paea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,832

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Paea, 48.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Paea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 130.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall130.4 inches
243% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area25.1 sq mi (65.0 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates-17.6833°N, 149.5833°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 78°F (25°C)
9.0"
Feb 75°F (24°C)
7.6"
Mar 75°F (24°C)
6.4"
Apr 74°F (23°C)
5.9"
May 72°F (22°C)
5.3"
Jun 70°F (21°C)
4.1"
Jul 76°F (24°C)
3.8"
Aug 69°F (21°C)
3.1"
Sep 69°F (21°C)
3.9"
Oct 71°F (22°C)
5.3"
Nov 72°F (22°C)
8.0"
Dec 73°F (23°C)
9.4"

The warmest month is January at 78°F, while the coldest is August at 69°F — a seasonal swing of 9°F. December sees the most rain (9.4"), while August is the driest (3.1").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area25.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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