Taulaga, American Samoa — City Data & Statistics

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

Population37

Median Age30.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median Income$18,017

Per Capita$18,017

UnemploymentN/A

Poverty65.0%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$500

OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity75.2%

UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)

Rain107.6 in/yr

Sunny Days153/yr

Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	37
Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates	-11.0553°, -171.0883°
Timezone	Pacific/Pago_Pago
Country	🇦🇸 American Samoa
State / Province	Swains Island
Average Temperature	82°F (28°C)
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	107.6 inches (2,732 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$18,017
Median Age	30.0 years

Is Taulaga a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taulaga 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

Taulaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 153 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 107.6 inches.

Taulaga has a population of 37. 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

Total Population

30.0yrs

Median Age

23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Taulaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Taulaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taulaga 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: Taulaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	65.0%
	424% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.00 (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-Occupied	60.0%
Renter-Occupied	40.0%

Property Tax

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	75.2%
	134% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Taulaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	81.7°F
	51% above US avg
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	153 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	107.6 inches
	183% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates	-11.0553°N, 171.0883°W
Timezone	Pacific/Pago_Pago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	82°F (28°C)	15.6 in
February	82°F (28°C)	12.4 in
March	82°F (28°C)	11.5 in
April	82°F (28°C)	7.4 in	Warmest
May	82°F (28°C)	6.1 in
June	82°F (28°C)	6.0 in
July	81°F (27°C)	4.5 in
August	81°F (27°C)	5.8 in	Coldest
September	81°F (27°C)	3.7 in	Driest
October	82°F (28°C)	7.6 in
November	82°F (28°C)	10.3 in
December	82°F (28°C)	16.6 in	Wettest

Taulaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 81°F in August to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 107.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (16.6") and September the driest (3.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taulaga

What is the population of Taulaga?

Taulaga has a population of 37 residents and is located in American Samoa.. 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 Taulaga expensive to live in?

Taulaga 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 Taulaga?

Taulaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.6 inches.

How is the job market in Taulaga?

How much does housing cost in Taulaga?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $500.

How are the schools in Taulaga?

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

How healthy is Taulaga?

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