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Papao, French Polynesia

Îles du Vent · 🇵🇫 French Polynesia

Papao is a small city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 10,360. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,360 Population 289/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
110.1 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

Population10,360
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density289/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 (26°C)
Rain110.1 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population10,360
Population Density289 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-17.7500°, -149.5500°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceÎles du Vent
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation110.1 inches (2,796 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age35.3 years

Is Papao a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Papao 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. Papao 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

Papao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 110.1 inches.

Papao has a population of 10,360 with a density of 289 people per square mile, spread across 35.9 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

10,360
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
35.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Papao vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Papao vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Papao 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: Papao 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 Papao, 48.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Papao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 110.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall110.1 inches
190% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area35.9 sq mi (93.0 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates-17.7500°N, 149.5500°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 9.0 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
March 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 3.8 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
November 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in Wettest

Papao has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 69°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 71.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.4") and August 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 Density289/sq mi
Total Area35.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Papao

What is the population of Papao?

Papao has a population of 10,360 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 289 people per square mile, spread across 35.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Papao expensive to live in?

Papao is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Papao?

Papao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.1 inches.

How are the schools in Papao?

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

How healthy is Papao?

The obesity rate in Papao is 48.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%).

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