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Tunapuna, Trinidad and Tobago

Tunapuna/Piarco · 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Tunapuna is a small city in Tunapuna/Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago with a population of 17,758. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,758 Population
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
America / Port of Spain 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 28.1%
13% lower than US avg

People

Population17,758
Median Age37.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,308
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI2 (Good)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.7%
Population17,758
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates10.6525°, -61.3888°
TimezoneAmerica/Port_of_Spain
Country🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
State / ProvinceTunapuna/Piarco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.8 years

Is Tunapuna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tunapuna receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Tunapuna 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

Tunapuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Tunapuna has a population of 17,758. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,758
Total Population
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Tunapuna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tunapuna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tunapuna is N/A.

Income: Tunapuna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,308

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living51.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tunapuna, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% report depression. 82.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
13% below US avg
Diabetes11.7%
High Blood Pressure42.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking4.8%
Physical Inactivity82.2%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%

Food & Exercise

Tunapuna has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.2 inches. The area enjoys 212 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.2 inches
80% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median2.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates10.6525°N, 61.3888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Port_of_Spain
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

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

Broadband Access84.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Paradise, TUP 15,067 pop · 1.8 mi Arouca, TUP 12,054 pop · 4.0 mi Arima 35,000 pop · 7.3 mi Laventille, SJL 21,000 pop · 7.5 mi Port of Spain 49,031 pop · 8.9 mi Chaguanas, CHA 67,433 pop · 9.6 mi Mucurapo 4,342 pop · 10.1 mi Petit Valley, DMN 8,140 pop · 11.2 mi Diego Martin, DMN 25,370 pop · 12.9 mi Talparo, CTT 1,661 pop · 13.4 mi Couva, CTT 5,178 pop · 16.8 mi California, CTT 3,012 pop · 17.8 mi Sangre Grande, SGE 15,968 pop · 18.1 mi Tabaquite, CTT 3,314 pop · 19.3 mi
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