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Cañita, Panama

Panamá · 🇵🇦 Panama

Cañita is a small town in Panamá, Panama with a population of 629. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
629 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
93.9 in Annual Rain
America / Panama 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 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
132% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

People

Population629
Median Age30.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,797
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty3.1%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.5%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain93.9 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population629
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates9.2224°, -78.8951°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvincePanamá
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation93.9 inches (2,386 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is Cañita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cañita 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. Cañita has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% 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

Cañita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 169 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 93.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Cañita has a population of 629. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

629
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Cañita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cañita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cañita is N/A. Per capita income is $18,797 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cañita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
132% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cañita, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 3.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.5%
75% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Cañita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 93.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall93.9 inches
147% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates9.2224°N, 78.8951°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 2.1 in
February 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in Warmest
May 80°F (26°C) 11.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in
August 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
September 78°F (25°C) 11.1 in
October 78°F (25°C) 14.1 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 13.3 in Coldest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in

Cañita has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in November to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 93.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.1") and March the driest (0.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cañita

What is the population of Cañita?

Cañita has a population of 629 residents and is located in Panama.. The median age of residents is 30.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Cañita expensive to live in?

Cañita is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cañita?

Cañita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Cañita?

The job market in Cañita faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Cañita?

22.0% of adults in Cañita hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cañita?

The obesity rate in Cañita is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 3.5% of adults are smokers. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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