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Benque Viejo el Carmen, Belize

Cayo District · 🇧🇿 Belize

Benque Viejo el Carmen is a small city in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 7,160. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
7,160 Population
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
71.5 in Annual Rain
America / Belize Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg

People

Population7,160
Median Age26.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,425
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.7%
Depression1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.4%
Population7,160
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates17.0750°, -89.1392°
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
Country🇧🇿 Belize
State / ProvinceCayo District
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation71.5 inches (1,815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age26.8 years

Is Benque Viejo el Carmen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benque Viejo el Carmen receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Benque Viejo el Carmen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Benque Viejo el Carmen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Benque Viejo el Carmen has a population of 7,160. The median age is 26.8 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,160
Total Population
26.8yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Benque Viejo el Carmen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Benque Viejo el Carmen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benque Viejo el Carmen is N/A.

Income: Benque Viejo el Carmen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,425

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Benque Viejo el Carmen, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% are current smokers. 1.6% report depression. 80.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Benque Viejo el Carmen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
High Blood Pressure38.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.7%
45% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.1%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression1.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Benque Viejo el Carmen has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.5 inches. The area enjoys 206 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.5 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates17.0750°N, 89.1392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 72.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

San Jose Soccoths 2,424 pop · 0.9 mi Melchor de Mencos 11,457 pop · 1.1 mi Bullet Tree Falls 3,932 pop · 6.7 mi Cristo Rey 1,254 pop · 6.8 mi San Ignacio 12,621 pop · 7.4 mi San Antonio 2,738 pop · 7.6 mi Santa Elena 8,587 pop · 8.2 mi Santa Familia 2,600 pop · 8.8 mi Esperanza 1,162 pop · 9.3 mi Billy White 1,057 pop · 11.1 mi Spanish Lookout 3,108 pop · 15.6 mi Unitedville 1,232 pop · 16.5 mi Teakettle Village 1,999 pop · 21.6 mi Camelote 3,132 pop · 23.5 mi
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