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Pago Pago, American Samoa

Eastern District · 🇦🇸 American Samoa

Pago Pago is a small city in Eastern District, American Samoa with a population of 11,500. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,500 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
116.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Pago Pago Timezone
$18,017 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$18,017 median income
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$500/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,017
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 75.2%
134% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 65.0%
424% higher than US avg

People

Population11,500
Median Age30.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

D
Median Income$18,017
Per Capita$18,017
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty65.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity75.2%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain116.7 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population11,500
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-14.2781°, -170.7025°
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago
Country🇦🇸 American Samoa
State / ProvinceEastern District
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation116.7 inches (2,965 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,017
Median Age30.0 years

Is Pago Pago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pago Pago receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pago Pago has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pago Pago is $18,017, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 65.0% 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 $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Pago Pago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches.

Pago Pago has a population of 11,500. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 14.0% of residents have a disability.

Population

11,500
Total Population
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pago Pago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pago Pago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pago Pago is $18,017, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,017 (below the $39,052 national figure). 65.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pago Pago vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,017
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,017

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate65.0%
424% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%

Property Tax

In Pago Pago, 75.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity75.2%
134% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Pago Pago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 116.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall116.7 inches
207% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-14.2781°N, 170.7025°W
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 16.7 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 14.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 13.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 12.3 in
May 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 78°F (25°C) 7.5 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 11.2 in
December 80°F (27°C) 15.1 in

Pago Pago has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in August to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 136.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.7") and July the driest (6.5").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pago Pago

What is the population of Pago Pago?

Pago Pago has a population of 11,500 residents and is located in American Samoa.. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Pago Pago expensive to live in?

Pago Pago is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $18,017, 76% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Pago Pago?

Pago Pago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.

How is the job market in Pago Pago?

How much does housing cost in Pago Pago?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $500.

How are the schools in Pago Pago?

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

How healthy is Pago Pago?

The obesity rate in Pago Pago is 75.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%).

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