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Port-Vila, Vanuatu

Shefa · 🇻🇺 Vanuatu

Port-Vila is a mid-size city in Shefa, Vanuatu with a population of 35,901. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
35,901 Population 3,941/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
91.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Efate Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.3%
34% lower than US avg

People

Population35,901
Median Age24.6 yrs
Density3,941/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,483
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.8%
Depression18.2%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain91.1 in/yr
Sunny Days172/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband45.7%
Population35,901
Population Density3,941 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-17.7365°, 168.3137°
TimezonePacific/Efate
Country🇻🇺 Vanuatu
State / ProvinceShefa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation91.1 inches (2,315 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.6 years

Is Port-Vila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port-Vila receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Port-Vila faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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

Port-Vila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 172 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 91.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Port-Vila has a population of 35,901 with a density of 3,941 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 10.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 52.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

35,901
Total Population
3,941
People / sq mi
24.6yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port-Vila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port-Vila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port-Vila is N/A. Per capita income is $3,483 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Port-Vila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,483

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Port-Vila, 21.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 15.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 39.5% have high blood pressure. 24.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.9% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.2% report depression.

Health Metrics: Port-Vila vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.3%
34% below US avg
Diabetes15.9%
High Blood Pressure39.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.8%
77% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.9%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.0%

Food & Exercise

Port-Vila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 172 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 49% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days172 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.1 inches
140% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density3,941/sq mi
Coordinates-17.7365°N, 168.3137°W
TimezonePacific/Efate

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in
February 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in Warmest
March 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 9.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Coldest
September 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
November 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in

Port-Vila has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 73°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 91.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.4") and September the driest (4.2").

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. 45.7% 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

Population Density3,941/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Port-Vila

What is the population of Port-Vila?

Port-Vila has a population of 35,901 residents and is located in Vanuatu. The population density is 3,941 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Port-Vila expensive to live in?

Port-Vila is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Port-Vila?

Port-Vila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How are the schools in Port-Vila?

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

How healthy is Port-Vila?

The obesity rate in Port-Vila is 21.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.8% of adults are smokers. 87.5% are physically inactive. 18.2% of residents report depression.

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