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Samarai, Papua New Guinea

Milne Bay Province · 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Samarai is a small town in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,638. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,638 Population 14,891/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
116.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Port Moresby Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.5%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
29% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.2%
321% higher than US avg

People

Population1,638
Median Age21.7 yrs
Density14,891/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,966
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty52.2%

Health

Obesity20.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking36.9%
Depression2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain116.1 in/yr
Sunny Days127/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+87.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband24.1%
Population1,638
Population Density14,891 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-10.6104°, 150.6621°
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Country🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / ProvinceMilne Bay Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation116.1 inches (2,950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.7 years

Is Samarai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samarai receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Samarai faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 52.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Samarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 127 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 116.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Samarai has a population of 1,638 with a density of 14,891 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. 3.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 32.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,638
Total Population
14,891
People / sq mi
21.7yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Samarai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samarai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samarai is N/A. Per capita income is $2,966 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 61.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Samarai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
29% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.2%
321% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living61.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Samarai, 20.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 14.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 27.8% have high blood pressure. 36.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.3% report binge drinking. 2.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes14.8%
High Blood Pressure27.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking36.9%
164% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.3%
Depression2.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate32.0%

Food & Exercise

Samarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 116.1 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days127 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall116.1 inches
206% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density14,891/sq mi
Coordinates-10.6104°N, 150.6621°W
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 8.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
March 80°F (26°C) 9.9 in
April 78°F (26°C) 13.8 in Wettest
May 77°F (25°C) 10.3 in
June 76°F (24°C) 11.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 12.6 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.6 in
September 76°F (25°C) 8.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in Driest
December 80°F (26°C) 7.5 in

Samarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 75°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 116.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (13.8") and November the driest (6.1").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. 24.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+87.1%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14,891/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Samarai

What is the population of Samarai?

Samarai has a population of 1,638 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 14,891 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Samarai expensive to live in?

Samarai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 61.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Samarai?

Samarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Samarai?

The job market in Samarai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Samarai?

6.0% of adults in Samarai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Samarai?

The obesity rate in Samarai is 20.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 36.9% of adults are smokers. 2.7% of residents report depression.

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