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Suva, Fiji

Central · 🇫🇯 Fiji

Suva is a mid-size city in Central, Fiji with a population of 77,366. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
77,366 Population 98/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
106.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Fiji Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg

People

Population77,366
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,926
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI167 (Unhealthy)
Rain106.3 in/yr
Sunny Days146/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.4%
Population77,366
Population Density98 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-18.1368°, 178.4253°
TimezonePacific/Fiji
Country🇫🇯 Fiji
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation106.3 inches (2,701 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.6 years

Is Suva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suva receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Suva 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

Suva has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 146 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 106.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 167.

Suva has a population of 77,366 with a density of 98 people per square mile, spread across 790.7 square miles. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

77,366
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
790.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Suva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Suva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suva is N/A. Per capita income is $5,926 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 41.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Suva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,926

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Suva, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.6% have high blood pressure. 23.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 3.5% report binge drinking. 83.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure38.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.9%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking3.5%
Physical Inactivity83.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Suva has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 106.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 167 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 14% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days146 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall106.3 inches
180% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median167.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %13.7%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area790.7 sq mi (2,048.0 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates-18.1368°N, 178.4253°W
TimezonePacific/Fiji

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 79°F (26°C)
10.9"
Feb 80°F (27°C)
10.7"
Mar 79°F (26°C)
13.5"
Apr 78°F (25°C)
13.5"
May 75°F (24°C)
8.9"
Jun 74°F (23°C)
5.7"
Jul 72°F (22°C)
5.0"
Aug 72°F (22°C)
4.8"
Sep 73°F (23°C)
6.8"
Oct 75°F (24°C)
8.1"
Nov 77°F (25°C)
8.9"
Dec 78°F (26°C)
9.6"

The warmest month is February at 80°F, while the coldest is July at 72°F — a seasonal swing of 8°F. March sees the most rain (13.5"), while August is the driest (4.8").

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. 79.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area790.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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