Fais
City in Yap, Micronesia
Overview
Fais is a small, remote island in the state of Yap, Micronesia, with just over 200 residents. Known for its authentic island lifestyle, pristine nature, and strong community traditions, Fais offers visitors a rare glimpse into Micronesian culture away from crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Micronesia
State
Yap
Population
215
Time Zone
Pacific/Chuuk
Coordinates
9.77°, 140.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$850
Local Cost
$490
Local Income
$320
Cashless
10
English
60
Temperature
28.2°C
Summer Avg
28.2°C
Winter Avg
28.1°C
Record High
30.1°C
Record Low
25.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
2354 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 45/100.