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Benedito Leite, Brazil

Maranhão · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Benedito Leite is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 5,469. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,469 Population
630 ft Elevation 192 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.6 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

Population5,469
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)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population5,469
Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-7.2228°, -44.5583°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceMaranhão
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,082 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Benedito Leite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benedito Leite 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. Benedito Leite 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

Benedito Leite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Benedito Leite has a population of 5,469. 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

5,469
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Benedito Leite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Benedito Leite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benedito Leite 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: Benedito Leite 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 Benedito Leite, 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: Benedito Leite 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

Benedito Leite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 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 630 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-7.2228°N, 44.5583°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 6.7 in
February 78°F (25°C) 6.1 in
March 78°F (25°C) 7.3 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 5.5 in
May 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in Warmest
October 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
November 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in

Benedito Leite has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in June to 83°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Benedito Leite

What is the population of Benedito Leite?

Benedito Leite has a population of 5,469 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 Benedito Leite expensive to live in?

Benedito Leite 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 Benedito Leite?

Benedito Leite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Benedito Leite?

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

How are the schools in Benedito Leite?

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

How healthy is Benedito Leite?

The obesity rate in Benedito Leite 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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