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Ayacancha, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Ayacancha is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 501. Elevation: 11,017 ft (3,358 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
501 Population
11,017 ft Elevation 3,358 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 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

Population501
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation11,017 ft (3,358 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population501
Elevation11,017 ft (3,358 m)
Coordinates-12.2918°, -74.9109°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Ayacancha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ayacancha 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. Ayacancha 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

Ayacancha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Ayacancha has a population of 501. 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

501
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ayacancha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ayacancha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ayacancha 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: Ayacancha 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 Ayacancha, 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: Ayacancha 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

Ayacancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 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 11,017 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,017 ft (3,358 m)
Coordinates-12.2918°N, 74.9109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in Wettest
March 53°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
August 51°F (11°C) 1.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
December 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in

Ayacancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 50°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.5").

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 Ayacancha

What is the population of Ayacancha?

Ayacancha has a population of 501 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 Ayacancha expensive to live in?

Ayacancha 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 Ayacancha?

Ayacancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Ayacancha?

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

How are the schools in Ayacancha?

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

How healthy is Ayacancha?

The obesity rate in Ayacancha 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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