Rongelap, Marshall Islands

Rongelap Atoll · 🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

Rongelap is a small town in Rongelap Atoll, Marshall Islands with a population of 19. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.9%

43% higher than US avg

People

Population19

Median Age25.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$6,793

UnemploymentN/A

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking23.8%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)

Rain81.6 in/yr

Sunny Days188/yr

Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband65.7%

Population	19
Elevation	36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates	11.1635°, 166.8941°
Timezone	Pacific/Majuro
Country	🇲🇭 Marshall Islands
State / Province	Rongelap Atoll
Average Temperature	83°F (28°C)
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation	81.6 inches (2,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	25.5 years

Is Rongelap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rongelap receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rongelap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rongelap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 188 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 81.6 inches.

Rongelap has a population of 19. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

Total Population

25.5yrs

Median Age

34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rongelap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Rongelap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rongelap is N/A.

Income: Rongelap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$6,793

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rongelap, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% are current smokers.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.9%
	43% above US avg
Diabetes	21.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.8%
	70% above US avg

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	66.0%

Food & Exercise

Rongelap has an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 81.6 inches. The area enjoys 188 sunny days per year.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	82.6°F
	53% above US avg
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	188 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	81.6 inches
	115% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates	11.1635°N, 166.8941°W
Timezone	Pacific/Majuro

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 65.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation