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Samarinda, Indonesia

East Kalimantan · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Samarinda is a major city in East Kalimantan, Indonesia with a population of 831,460. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
831,460 Population 2,750/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
126.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar 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

Population831,460
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density2,750/mi²
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain126.3 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population831,460
Population Density2,750 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-0.4917°, 117.1458°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceEast Kalimantan
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation126.3 inches (3,209 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Samarinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samarinda 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. Samarinda 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

Samarinda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 126.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Samarinda has a population of 831,460 with a density of 2,750 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

831,460
Total Population
2,750
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
302.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Samarinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samarinda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samarinda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Samarinda 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 Samarinda, 11.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% are current smokers. 1.7% report depression. 86.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Samarinda 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

Samarinda has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 126.3 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall126.3 inches
232% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area302.3 sq mi (783.0 km²)
Population Density2,750/sq mi
Coordinates-0.4917°N, 117.1458°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
44.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). 69.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,750/sq mi
Total Area302.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Loa Janan 212,816 pop · 7.2 mi Bontang 189,968 pop · 49.1 mi Balikpapan 695,287 pop · 57.9 mi
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