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Briceño, Colombia

Boyacá · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Briceño is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 632. Elevation: 4,455 ft (1,358 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
632 Population
4,455 ft Elevation 1,358 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population632
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population632
Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)
Coordinates5.6882°, -73.9178°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation71.9 inches (1,827 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Briceño a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briceño 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. Briceño 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

Briceño enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Briceño has a population of 632. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

632
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Briceño vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Briceño vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briceño is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Briceño vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Briceño, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Briceño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,455 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.9 inches
89% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation4,455 ft (1,358 m)
Coordinates5.6882°N, 73.9178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
March 66°F (19°C) 5.1 in Warmest
April 66°F (19°C) 8.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 8.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
August 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in
September 65°F (18°C) 7.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 9.8 in Coldest, Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 7.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in

Briceño has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 65°F in October to 66°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 71.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (3.0").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Briceño

What is the population of Briceño?

Briceño has a population of 632 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Briceño expensive to live in?

Briceño is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Briceño?

Briceño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Briceño?

The job market in Briceño faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Briceño?

26.7% of adults in Briceño hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Briceño?

The obesity rate in Briceño is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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