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Capaya, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Capaya is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 276. Elevation: 10,676 ft (3,254 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
276 Population
10,676 ft Elevation 3,254 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 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

Population276
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation10,676 ft (3,254 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population276
Elevation10,676 ft (3,254 m)
Coordinates-14.1175°, -73.3211°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Capaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Capaya 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. Capaya 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

Capaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 360 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches, including 59.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Capaya has a population of 276. 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

276
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Capaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Capaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Capaya 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: Capaya 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 Capaya, 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: Capaya 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

Capaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 10,676 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.9 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall59.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation10,676 ft (3,254 m)
Coordinates-14.1175°N, 73.3211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 7.0 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 7.2 in Wettest
March 54°F (12°C) 7.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.8 in
June 51°F (11°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
August 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in Warmest
December 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in

Capaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 42°F in January to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.5").

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 Capaya

What is the population of Capaya?

Capaya has a population of 276 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 Capaya expensive to live in?

Capaya 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 Capaya?

Capaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Capaya?

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

How are the schools in Capaya?

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

How healthy is Capaya?

The obesity rate in Capaya 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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