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Kolonia

City in Pohnpei, Micronesia

Overview

Kolonia, the lively capital of Pohnpei State, is a compact tropical city known for its blend of Micronesian culture, historic sites, and scenic coastlines. The city serves as the main hub for transport, tourism, and day-to-day activities on the island. It offers a unique mix of friendly locals, laid-back living, and fascinating island history.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Micronesia
State
Pohnpei
Population
6,074
Time Zone
Pacific/Chuuk
Coordinates
6.96°, 158.21°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
67
Female Safety
53
LGBTQ+ Safety
34
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,090
Local Cost
$630
Local Income
$420
Cashless
20
English
58
Temperature
28.2°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
28.2°C
Record High
30.1°C
Record Low
24.4°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
2924 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
PNI
Distance
2 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.

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