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Taro, Solomon Islands

Choiseul Province · 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands

Taro is a small town in Choiseul Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 1,053. Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,053 Population
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
136.6 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guadalcanal Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg

People

Population1,053
Median Age25.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,883
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.8%
Depression33.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain136.6 in/yr
Sunny Days94/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband42.5%
Population1,053
Coordinates-6.7111°, 156.3972°
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal
Country🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / ProvinceChoiseul Province
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation136.6 inches (3,469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.2 years

Is Taro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taro receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Taro faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 94 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 136.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Taro has a population of 1,053. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,053
Total Population
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Taro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taro is N/A. Per capita income is $1,883 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 72.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,883

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living72.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taro, 22.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 29.8% have high blood pressure. 37.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 83.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes13.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.8%
170% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity83.7%
Depression33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Taro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 136.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 49% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days94 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall136.6 inches
259% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.8%

Geography

Coordinates-6.7111°N, 156.3972°W
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 10.7 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in
March 80°F (27°C) 14.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 12.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 14.4 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 10.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in Driest
December 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in

Taro has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 79°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 136.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.4") and November the driest (8.3").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 42.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taro

What is the population of Taro?

Taro has a population of 1,053 residents and is located in Solomon Islands.. The median age of residents is 25.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Taro expensive to live in?

Taro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 72.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taro?

Taro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How are the schools in Taro?

6.0% of adults in Taro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Taro?

The obesity rate in Taro is 22.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 37.8% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 33.7% of residents report depression.

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