Utiroa, Kiribati — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $2,178

97% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.0%

70% lower than US avg

Median Rent $150

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.3%

44% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 21.9%

77% higher than US avg

People

Population571

Median Age27.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median Income$2,178

Per Capita$2,178

UnemploymentN/A

Poverty21.9%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$150

OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking32.8%

Depression18.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)

AQI75 (Moderate)

Rain48.7 in/yr

Sunny Days248/yr

Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.0%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband88.0%

Population	571
Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates	-1.2127°, 174.7568°
Timezone	Pacific/Tarawa
Country	🇰🇮 Kiribati
State / Province	Gilbert Islands
Average Temperature	82°F (28°C)
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	48.7 inches (1,237 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$2,178
Median Age	27.3 years

Is Utiroa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Utiroa receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Utiroa faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Utiroa is $2,178, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The poverty rate of 21.9% 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 $150 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Utiroa 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. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75.

Utiroa has a population of 571. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 51.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

571

Total Population

27.3yrs

Median Age

30% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Utiroa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Utiroa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Utiroa is $2,178, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,178 (below the $39,052 national figure). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 61.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Utiroa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$2,178
	97% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$2,178

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	21.9%
	77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	61.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $150 (87% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$150
	87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.0%
Renter-Occupied	10.0%

Property Tax

In Utiroa, 46.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 22.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 42.3% have high blood pressure. 32.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.0% report binge drinking. 82.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.3%
	44% above US avg
Diabetes	22.3%
High Blood Pressure	42.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	32.8%
	134% above US avg
Binge Drinking	1.0%
Physical Inactivity	82.5%
Depression	18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	51.0%

Food & Exercise

Utiroa 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 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 68% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	81.6°F
	51% above US avg
January Average	82°F (28°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.7 inches
	28% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	75.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	67.9%

Geography

Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates	-1.2127°N, 174.7568°W
Timezone	Pacific/Tarawa

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	82°F (28°C)	7.1 in	Wettest
February	81°F (27°C)	4.4 in	Coldest
March	82°F (28°C)	4.3 in
April	82°F (28°C)	4.0 in
May	82°F (28°C)	3.0 in	Warmest
June	82°F (28°C)	2.8 in	Driest
July	81°F (27°C)	3.8 in
August	81°F (27°C)	3.6 in
September	82°F (28°C)	3.2 in
October	82°F (28°C)	2.9 in
November	82°F (28°C)	3.3 in
December	81°F (27°C)	6.3 in

Utiroa has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F — from 81°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (2.8").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.0%
	70% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Utiroa

What is the population of Utiroa?

Utiroa has a population of 571 residents and is located in Kiribati.. The median age of residents is 27.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Utiroa expensive to live in?

Utiroa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 61.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,178, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Utiroa?

Utiroa 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 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 75.

How is the job market in Utiroa?

How much does housing cost in Utiroa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Utiroa?

10.0% of adults in Utiroa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Utiroa?

The obesity rate in Utiroa is 46.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 32.8% of adults are smokers. 82.5% are physically inactive. 18.7% of residents report depression.