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Arauca, Colombia

Arauca Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Arauca is a mid-size city in Arauca Department, Colombia with a population of 85,585. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
85,585 Population
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
76.1 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population85,585
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain76.1 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population85,585
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates7.0847°, -70.7591°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceArauca Department
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation76.1 inches (1,934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Arauca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arauca receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Arauca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arauca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 198 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 76.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Arauca has a population of 85,585. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

85,585
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Arauca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arauca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arauca is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Arauca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Arauca, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 7.7% report depression. 84.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Arauca has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.1 inches. The area enjoys 198 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.1 inches
100% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates7.0847°N, 70.7591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). 77.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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