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Acos, Peru

Lima region · 🇵🇪 Peru

Acos is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 507. Elevation: 5,121 ft (1,561 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
507 Population
5,121 ft Elevation 1,561 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

People

Population507
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.0%
Depression0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population507
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Coordinates-11.2741°, -76.8206°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (303 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Acos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acos receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Acos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Acos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 362 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Acos has a population of 507. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 68.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

507
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Acos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Acos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acos is N/A. Per capita income is $7,888 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 47.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Acos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living47.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Acos, 27.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 20.7% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.8% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure20.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.8%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression0.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

Acos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,121 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Coordinates-11.2741°N, 76.8206°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in Warmest
February 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in

Acos has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 45°F in August to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.0").

32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Acos

What is the population of Acos?

Acos has a population of 507 residents and is located in Peru.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Acos expensive to live in?

Acos is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Acos?

Acos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Acos?

The unemployment rate in Acos is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Acos?

32.1% of adults in Acos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Acos?

The obesity rate in Acos is 27.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 0.8% of residents report depression.

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