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Receiving, New Caledonia

South Province · 🇳🇨 New Caledonia

Receiving is a small town in South Province, New Caledonia with a population of 2,604. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,604 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
60.2 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

Population2,604
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population2,604
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-22.2923°, 166.4427°
TimezonePacific/Noumea
Country🇳🇨 New Caledonia
State / ProvinceSouth Province
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation60.2 inches (1,530 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Receiving a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Receiving receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Receiving 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

Receiving has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Receiving has a population of 2,604. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,604
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Receiving vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Receiving vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Receiving is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Receiving 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 Receiving, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Receiving 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

Receiving has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-22.2923°N, 166.4427°W
TimezonePacific/Noumea
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 86.8% 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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