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Tomohon, Indonesia

North Sulawesi · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Tomohon is a small city in North Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 27,624. Elevation: 2,408 ft (734 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
27,624 Population 486/sq mi density
2,408 ft Elevation 734 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
91.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population27,624
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain91.9 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population27,624
Population Density486 / sq mi
Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Coordinates1.3168°, 124.8038°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Sulawesi
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation91.9 inches (2,335 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Tomohon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tomohon receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Tomohon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tomohon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 169 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 91.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Tomohon has a population of 27,624 with a density of 486 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,624
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
56.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tomohon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tomohon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tomohon is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tomohon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tomohon, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Tomohon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 91.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,408 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.9 inches
142% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Area56.8 sq mi (147.1 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates1.3168°N, 124.8038°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 10.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 8.5 in
March 74°F (23°C) 8.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 9.1 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in Driest
September 74°F (24°C) 4.7 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 9.5 in

Tomohon has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 73°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.2") and August the driest (3.7").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area56.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tomohon

What is the population of Tomohon?

Tomohon has a population of 27,624 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 486 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Tomohon expensive to live in?

Tomohon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Tomohon?

Tomohon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Tomohon?

Tomohon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tomohon?

44.9% of adults in Tomohon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tomohon?

The obesity rate in Tomohon is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

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