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Tamuning, Guam

Tamuning · 🇬🇺 Guam

Tamuning is a small city in Tamuning, Guam with a population of 19,685. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
19,685 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
88.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guam Timezone
$41,833 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$800/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,833
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

People

Population19,685
Median Age30.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,833
Per Capita$41,833
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.8%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain88.9 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Population19,685
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates13.4875°, 144.7814°
TimezonePacific/Guam
Country🇬🇺 Guam
State / ProvinceTamuning
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation88.9 inches (2,257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,833
Median Age30.3 years

Is Tamuning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamuning receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tamuning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tamuning is $41,833, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.0% 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 $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tamuning has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tamuning has a population of 19,685. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,685
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamuning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tamuning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamuning is $41,833, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,833. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 95, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Tamuning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,833
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living95.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

In Tamuning, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 40.2% have high blood pressure. 18.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression25.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%

Food & Exercise

Tamuning has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.9 inches
134% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates13.4875°N, 144.7814°W
TimezonePacific/Guam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 14.5 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in

Tamuning has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 88.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.5") and March the driest (3.0").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 19.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tamuning

What is the population of Tamuning?

Tamuning has a population of 19,685 residents and is located in Guam.. The median age of residents is 30.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Tamuning expensive to live in?

Tamuning has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 95 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $41,833, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Tamuning?

Tamuning 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 81°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Tamuning?

The job market in Tamuning is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Tamuning?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $800.

How are the schools in Tamuning?

28.0% of adults in Tamuning hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tamuning?

The obesity rate in Tamuning is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.2% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 25.8% of residents report depression.

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