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Cañas, Costa Rica

Guanacaste Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Cañas is a small city in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with a population of 20,306. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,306 Population 272/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
77.6 in Annual Rain
America / Costa Rica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
90% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population20,306
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,942
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain77.6 in/yr
Sunny Days199/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population20,306
Population Density272 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates10.4311°, -85.0983°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceGuanacaste Province
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation77.6 inches (1,971 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Cañas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cañas receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cañas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cañas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 199 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 77.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Cañas has a population of 20,306 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,306
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
74.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cañas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cañas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cañas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cañas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
90% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cañas, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 7.6% report depression. 82.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Cañas has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 77.6 inches. The area enjoys 199 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days199 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall77.6 inches
104% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area74.6 sq mi (193.1 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates10.4311°N, 85.0983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area74.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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