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Anta, Peru

Ancash · 🇵🇪 Peru

Anta is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 614. Elevation: 9,111 ft (2,777 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
614 Population
9,111 ft Elevation 2,777 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
84.8 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

Population614
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain84.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population614
Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)
Coordinates-9.3570°, -77.5980°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation84.8 inches (2,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Anta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anta 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. Anta 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

Anta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 84.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Anta has a population of 614. 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

614
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Anta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Anta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anta 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: Anta 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 Anta, 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: Anta 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

Anta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 84.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. 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 9,111 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.8 inches
123% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)
Coordinates-9.3570°N, 77.5980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
February 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.2 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
December 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in

Anta has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 48°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July 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 Anta

What is the population of Anta?

Anta has a population of 614 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 Anta expensive to live in?

Anta 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 Anta?

Anta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Anta?

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

How are the schools in Anta?

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

How healthy is Anta?

The obesity rate in Anta 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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