Sonsorol Village, Palau — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $15,611

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $600

48% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.1%

28% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 24.9%

101% higher than US avg

People

Population30

Median Age35.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female54% / 46%

Economy

Median Income$15,611

Per Capita$15,611

UnemploymentN/A

Poverty24.9%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$600

OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking16.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)

Rain116.4 in/yr

Sunny Days125/yr

Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	30
Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	5.3261°, 132.2194°
Timezone	Pacific/Palau
Country	🇵🇼 Palau
State / Province	Sonsorol
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	78°F (26°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	116.4 inches (2,957 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$15,611
Median Age	35.3 years

Is Sonsorol Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sonsorol Village receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sonsorol Village faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sonsorol Village is $15,611, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 24.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Sonsorol Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 125 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 116.4 inches.

Sonsorol Village has a population of 30. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 75.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sonsorol Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Sonsorol Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sonsorol Village is $15,611, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,611 (below the $39,052 national figure). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sonsorol Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$15,611
	79% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$15,611

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	24.9%
	101% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$600
	48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.0%
Renter-Occupied	25.0%

Property Tax

In Sonsorol Village, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 23.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 79.0% are physically inactive, above the national average.

Health Metrics: Sonsorol Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	23.2%
High Blood Pressure	44.2%
COPD	0.0%
Kidney Disease	0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.7%
	19% above US avg
Physical Inactivity	79.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	75.0%

Food & Exercise

Sonsorol Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 116.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	79.7°F
	48% above US avg
January Average	78°F (26°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	125 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	116.4 inches
	206% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	5.3261°N, 132.2194°W
Timezone	Pacific/Palau

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	78°F (26°C)	11.7 in	Coldest, Wettest
February	79°F (26°C)	9.0 in
March	80°F (27°C)	8.7 in
April	81°F (27°C)	8.9 in
May	81°F (27°C)	9.8 in	Warmest
June	80°F (27°C)	10.6 in
July	80°F (27°C)	11.6 in
August	80°F (27°C)	9.7 in
September	80°F (27°C)	8.5 in	Driest
October	80°F (27°C)	8.8 in
November	80°F (27°C)	8.7 in
December	79°F (26°C)	10.5 in

Sonsorol Village has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 116.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.7") and September the driest (8.5").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

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

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sonsorol Village

What is the population of Sonsorol Village?

Sonsorol Village has a population of 30 residents and is located in Palau.. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Sonsorol Village expensive to live in?

Sonsorol Village is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $15,611, 79% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Sonsorol Village?

Sonsorol Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.4 inches.

How is the job market in Sonsorol Village?

How much does housing cost in Sonsorol Village?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Sonsorol Village?

15.0% of adults in Sonsorol Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sonsorol Village?

The obesity rate in Sonsorol Village is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 79.0% are physically inactive.