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Poum, New Caledonia

North Province · 🇳🇨 New Caledonia

Poum is a small town in North Province, New Caledonia with a population of 1,405. Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,405 Population
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
73.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Noumea 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 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,405
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,702
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain73.7 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,405
Coordinates-20.2333°, 164.0167°
TimezonePacific/Noumea
Country🇳🇨 New Caledonia
State / ProvinceNorth Province
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation73.7 inches (1,873 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Poum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poum receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Poum has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Poum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Poum has a population of 1,405. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,405
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Poum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poum is N/A. Per capita income is $33,702 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Poum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,702

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Poum, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Poum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall73.7 inches
94% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Coordinates-20.2333°N, 164.0167°W
TimezonePacific/Noumea

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 11.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
September 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in

Poum has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 70°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 73.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.9") and September the driest (2.2").

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. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Poum

What is the population of Poum?

Poum has a population of 1,405 residents and is located in New Caledonia.. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Poum expensive to live in?

Poum is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Poum?

Poum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Poum?

The unemployment rate in Poum is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Poum?

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

How healthy is Poum?

The obesity rate in Poum is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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