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Sintang, Indonesia

West Kalimantan · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Sintang is a mid-size city in West Kalimantan, Indonesia with a population of 85,000. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
85,000 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
133.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pontianak 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

Population85,000
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain133.6 in/yr
Sunny Days97/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population85,000
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates0.0667°, 111.5000°
TimezoneAsia/Pontianak
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceWest Kalimantan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation133.6 inches (3,394 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Sintang a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sintang 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, a low poverty rate. Sintang 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

Sintang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 97 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 133.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Sintang has a population of 85,000. 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

85,000
Total Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sintang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sintang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sintang 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: Sintang 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 Sintang, 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: Sintang 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

Sintang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 97 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 133.6 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 79 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days97 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall133.6 inches
252% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates0.0667°N, 111.5000°W
TimezoneAsia/Pontianak

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in
March 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in
April 82°F (28°C) 11.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in Driest
July 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 13.0 in
December 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in

Sintang has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 133.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.2") and June the driest (7.6").

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 Sintang

What is the population of Sintang?

Sintang has a population of 85,000 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 Sintang expensive to live in?

Sintang 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 Sintang?

Sintang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 97 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 133.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Sintang?

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

How are the schools in Sintang?

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

How healthy is Sintang?

The obesity rate in Sintang 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.

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