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Barreira, Brazil

Ceará · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Barreira is a small city in Ceará, Brazil with a population of 22,392. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
22,392 Population
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population22,392
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population22,392
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates-4.2869°, -38.6431°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceCeará
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,009 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Barreira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barreira 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Barreira offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Barreira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Barreira has a population of 22,392. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,392
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barreira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barreira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barreira is N/A. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Barreira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Barreira, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Barreira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates-4.2869°N, 38.6431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in
February 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
March 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
June 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 78°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest

Barreira has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.1") and August the driest (0.3").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Barreira

What is the population of Barreira?

Barreira has a population of 22,392 residents and is located in Brazil.. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Barreira expensive to live in?

Barreira is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Barreira?

Barreira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Barreira?

The unemployment rate in Barreira is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Barreira?

27.2% of adults in Barreira hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Barreira?

The obesity rate in Barreira is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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