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Cañaris, Peru

Lambayeque · 🇵🇪 Peru

Cañaris is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 323. Elevation: 7,940 ft (2,420 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
323 Population
7,940 ft Elevation 2,420 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

People

Population323
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.0%
Depression0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation7,940 ft (2,420 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population323
Elevation7,940 ft (2,420 m)
Coordinates-6.0450°, -79.2648°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLambayeque
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,312 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Cañaris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cañaris receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Cañaris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cañaris has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 338 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cañaris has a population of 323. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 68.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

323
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cañaris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cañaris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cañaris is N/A. Per capita income is $7,888 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 47.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cañaris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living47.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cañaris, 27.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 20.7% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.8% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure20.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.8%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression0.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

Cañaris has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,940 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation7,940 ft (2,420 m)
Coordinates-6.0450°N, 79.2648°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
February 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
March 58°F (14°C) 6.6 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in Coldest
September 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in

Cañaris has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 56°F in August to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (1.6").

32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cañaris

What is the population of Cañaris?

Cañaris has a population of 323 residents and is located in Peru.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Cañaris expensive to live in?

Cañaris is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cañaris?

Cañaris has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cañaris?

The unemployment rate in Cañaris is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Cañaris?

32.1% of adults in Cañaris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cañaris?

The obesity rate in Cañaris is 27.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 0.8% of residents report depression.

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