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Agua Azul, Honduras

Cortés Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Agua Azul is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 1,079. Elevation: 2,313 ft (705 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,079 Population
2,313 ft Elevation 705 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
79.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
37% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population1,079
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,227
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.4%
Depression6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain79.3 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,079
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Coordinates14.9167°, -87.9667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCortés Department
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation79.3 inches (2,014 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Agua Azul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agua Azul receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Agua Azul faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Agua Azul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 79.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Agua Azul has a population of 1,079. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,079
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Agua Azul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Agua Azul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agua Azul is N/A. Per capita income is $3,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Agua Azul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
37% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living45.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Agua Azul, 29.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 3.1% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Agua Azul vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression6.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Agua Azul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 79.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,313 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above US avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.3 inches
109% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Coordinates14.9167°N, 87.9667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 3.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 2.0 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 11.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in
September 75°F (24°C) 12.9 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 9.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Coldest

Agua Azul has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 70°F in December to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (1.6").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 58.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Agua Azul

What is the population of Agua Azul?

Agua Azul has a population of 1,079 residents and is located in Honduras.. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Agua Azul expensive to live in?

Agua Azul is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 45.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Agua Azul?

Agua Azul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Agua Azul?

Agua Azul has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Agua Azul?

10.0% of adults in Agua Azul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Agua Azul?

The obesity rate in Agua Azul is 29.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 6.6% of residents report depression.

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