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Tāfuna, American Samoa

Western District · 🇦🇸 American Samoa

Tāfuna is a small city in Western District, American Samoa with a population of 7,988. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,988 Population 3,157/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
116.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Pago Pago Timezone
$18,017 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$18,017 median income
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$500/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,017
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 75.2%
134% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 65.0%
424% higher than US avg

People

Population7,988
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density3,157/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

D
Median Income$18,017
Per Capita$18,017
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty65.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity75.2%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain116.7 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population7,988
Population Density3,157 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-14.3358°, -170.7200°
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago
Country🇦🇸 American Samoa
State / ProvinceWestern District
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation116.7 inches (2,965 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,017
Median Age30.0 years

Is Tāfuna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tāfuna receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tāfuna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tāfuna is $18,017, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 65.0% 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 $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tāfuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches.

Tāfuna has a population of 7,988 with a density of 3,157 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 14.0% of residents have a disability.

Population

7,988
Total Population
3,157
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tāfuna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tāfuna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tāfuna is $18,017, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,017 (below the $39,052 national figure). 65.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tāfuna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,017
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,017

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate65.0%
424% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%

Property Tax

In Tāfuna, 75.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity75.2%
134% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Tāfuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall116.7 inches
207% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density3,157/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3358°N, 170.7200°W
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 16.8 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 13.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 14.0 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 9.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Driest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in Coldest
September 80°F (26°C) 7.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
December 81°F (27°C) 15.9 in

Tāfuna has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 79°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 131.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.8") and June the driest (6.5").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,157/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tāfuna

What is the population of Tāfuna?

Tāfuna has a population of 7,988 residents and is located in American Samoa. The population density is 3,157 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Tāfuna expensive to live in?

Tāfuna is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $18,017, 76% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Tāfuna?

Tāfuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tāfuna?

How much does housing cost in Tāfuna?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $500.

How are the schools in Tāfuna?

22.0% of adults in Tāfuna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tāfuna?

The obesity rate in Tāfuna is 75.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%).

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