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Taiohae, French Polynesia

Îles Marquises · 🇵🇫 French Polynesia

Taiohae is a small town in Îles Marquises, French Polynesia with a population of 1,224. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,224 Population 742/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
73.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Marquesas Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.1%
50% higher than US avg

People

Population1,224
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,832
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.1%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain73.5 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population1,224
Population Density742 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-8.9109°, -140.0997°
TimezonePacific/Marquesas
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceÎles Marquises
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation73.5 inches (1,866 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age35.3 years

Is Taiohae a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taiohae receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Taiohae has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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

Taiohae has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.5 inches.

Taiohae has a population of 1,224 with a density of 742 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,224
Total Population
742
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Taiohae vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taiohae vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taiohae is N/A. Per capita income is $21,832 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 90, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taiohae vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,832

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taiohae, 48.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Taiohae has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.2°F
41% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall73.5 inches
93% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates-8.9109°N, 140.0997°W
TimezonePacific/Marquesas

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
March 78°F (25°C) 5.0 in Warmest
April 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in Driest
June 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
October 76°F (24°C) 6.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 5.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.0 in

Taiohae has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 75°F in August to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and May the driest (4.9").

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 Density742/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taiohae

What is the population of Taiohae?

Taiohae has a population of 1,224 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 742 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Taiohae expensive to live in?

Taiohae is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taiohae?

Taiohae has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.5 inches.

How are the schools in Taiohae?

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

How healthy is Taiohae?

The obesity rate in Taiohae is 48.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%).

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