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

Population7,633

Median Age32.2 yrs

Density9/mi²

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 Temp78°F (26°C)

AQI99 (Moderate)

Rain194.7 in/yr

Sunny Days60/yr

Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.7%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband77.3%

Population	7,633
Population Density	9 / sq mi
Elevation	121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates	1.6715°, -78.1398°
Timezone	America/Bogota
Country	🇨🇴 Colombia
State / Province	Nariño
Average Temperature	78°F (26°C)
January Average	78°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	194.7 inches (4,944 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	32.2 years

Is Barbacoas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barbacoas 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. Barbacoas 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

Barbacoas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 60 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 194.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Barbacoas has a population of 7,633 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,633

Total Population

People / sq mi

32.2yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

897.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Barbacoas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Barbacoas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barbacoas 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: Barbacoas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.3%
	130% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.7%
	38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Barbacoas, 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: Barbacoas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	23.6%
	26% below US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.0%
	50% below US avg
Binge Drinking	4.3%
Physical Inactivity	84.0%
Depression	7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Food & Exercise

Barbacoas has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 194.7 inches. The area enjoys 60 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	78.0°F
	44% above US avg
January Average	78°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	60 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	194.7 inches
	412% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	99.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	50.6%

Geography

Elevation	121 ft (37 m)
Area	897.3 sq mi (2,324.0 km²)
Population Density	9/sq mi
Coordinates	1.6715°N, 78.1398°W
Timezone	America/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

Population Density	9/sq mi
Total Area	897.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Barbacoas, Colombia

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Is Barbacoas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Barbacoas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Barbacoas vs U.S. Average

Income: Barbacoas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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