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Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Port of Spain · 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Port of Spain is a mid-size city in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago with a population of 49,031. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
49,031 Population 10,590/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
65.0 in Annual Rain
America / Port of Spain 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 28.1%
13% lower than US avg

People

Population49,031
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density10,590/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,308
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI2 (Good)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.7%
Population49,031
Population Density10,590 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates10.6667°, -61.5189°
TimezoneAmerica/Port_of_Spain
Country🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
State / ProvincePort of Spain
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation65.0 inches (1,650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.8 years

Is Port of Spain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port of Spain receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Port of Spain 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

Port of Spain has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Port of Spain has a population of 49,031 with a density of 10,590 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

49,031
Total Population
10,590
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Port of Spain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port of Spain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port of Spain is N/A.

Income: Port of Spain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,308

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living51.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Port of Spain, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% report depression. 82.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port of Spain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
13% below US avg
Diabetes11.7%
High Blood Pressure42.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking4.8%
Physical Inactivity82.2%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%

Food & Exercise

Port of Spain has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.0 inches. The area enjoys 218 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.0 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median2.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density10,590/sq mi
Coordinates10.6667°N, 61.5189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Port_of_Spain
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density10,590/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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