Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.0%

149% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population241,653

Median Age35.5 yrs

Density14,384/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$17,067

Unemployment9.0%

Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking23.3%

Depression10.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Rain0.1 in/yr

Sunny Days336/yr

Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+96.4%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband94.5%

Population	241,653
Population Density	14,384 / sq mi
Elevation	262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates	-18.4755°, -70.3006°
Timezone	America/Santiago
Country	🇨🇱 Chile
State / Province	Arica y Parinacota Region
Average Temperature	65°F (18°C)
January Average	71°F (22°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	0.1 inches (2 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	35.5 years

Is Arica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arica receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Arica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arica enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Arica has a population of 241,653 with a density of 14,384 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

241,653

Total Population

14,384

People / sq mi

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

16.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Arica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arica is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Arica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$17,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.0%
	149% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Arica, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% are current smokers. 10.8% report depression. 87.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	7.9%
Physical Inactivity	87.6%
Depression	10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Food & Exercise

Arica has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 0.1 inches. The area enjoys 336 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	64.9°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	71°F (22°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	0.1 inches
	100% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	28.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.4%

Geography

Elevation	262 ft (80 m)
Area	16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²)
Population Density	14,384/sq mi
Coordinates	-18.4755°N, 70.3006°W
Timezone	America/Santiago

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	96.4%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	14,384/sq mi
Total Area	16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Arica a Good Place to Live?

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Arica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Arica vs U.S. Average

Income: Arica vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

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

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Food & Exercise

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Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

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Urban-Rural Classification

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