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Calheta, Cabo Verde

São Miguel · 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde

Calheta is a small city in São Miguel, Cabo Verde with a population of 6,329. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
6,329 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
11.7 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Cape Verde Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.8%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population6,329
Median Age28.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,795
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity15.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI62 (Moderate)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband73.5%
Population6,329
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates15.1861°, -23.5923°
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
Country🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
State / ProvinceSão Miguel
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation11.7 inches (298 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.8 years

Is Calheta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calheta receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Calheta faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Calheta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Calheta has a population of 6,329. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,329
Total Population
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Calheta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Calheta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calheta is N/A.

Income: Calheta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,795

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Calheta, 15.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 4.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.8%
51% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Depression4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Calheta has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. The area enjoys 315 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median62.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %77.0%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates15.1861°N, 23.5923°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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