Choose Country

Purbalingga, Indonesia

Central Java · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Purbalingga is a mid-size city in Central Java, Indonesia with a population of 56,903. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
56,903 Population
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
95.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population56,903
Median Age30.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain95.0 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population56,903
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-7.3881°, 109.3639°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceCentral Java
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation95.0 inches (2,412 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Purbalingga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Purbalingga receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Purbalingga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Purbalingga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 95.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Purbalingga has a population of 56,903. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

56,903
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Purbalingga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Purbalingga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Purbalingga is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Purbalingga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Purbalingga, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Purbalingga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 95.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall95.0 inches
150% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-7.3881°N, 109.3639°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 15.0 in
February 79°F (26°C) 13.2 in
March 80°F (27°C) 15.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 16.1 in Wettest

Purbalingga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 75°F in July to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 123.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (16.1") and August the driest (2.9").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Purbalingga

What is the population of Purbalingga?

Purbalingga has a population of 56,903 residents and is located in Indonesia.. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Purbalingga expensive to live in?

Purbalingga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Purbalingga?

Purbalingga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Purbalingga?

Purbalingga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Purbalingga?

44.9% of adults in Purbalingga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Purbalingga?

The obesity rate in Purbalingga is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Sokaraja 66,482 pop · 7.1 mi Purwokerto 230,235 pop · 9.2 mi Banyumas 48,378 pop · 9.9 mi Baturaden 42,394 pop · 11.8 mi Gombong 50,200 pop · 18.3 mi Kroya 23,255 pop · 18.8 mi Randudongkal 28,532 pop · 20.2 mi Wangon 35,530 pop · 23.0 mi Buaran 38,770 pop · 26.6 mi Lebaksiu 33,606 pop · 27.8 mi Balapulang 28,483 pop · 29.6 mi Margasari 27,814 pop · 30.8 mi Slawi 61,206 pop · 32.0 mi Wonopringgo 38,429 pop · 32.9 mi
Compare Purbalingga with another city: