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Capitán Meza, Paraguay

Itapúa · 🇵🇾 Paraguay

Capitán Meza is a small town in Itapúa, Paraguay with a population of 963. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
963 Population 6/sq mi density
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
94.2 in Annual Rain
America / Asuncion Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

People

Population963
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,300
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty2.1%

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI72 (Moderate)
Rain94.2 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband78.1%
Population963
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates-27.0167°, -55.5667°
TimezoneAmerica/Asuncion
Country🇵🇾 Paraguay
State / ProvinceItapúa
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation94.2 inches (2,392 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Capitán Meza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Capitán Meza receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Capitán Meza has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Capitán Meza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 94.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 72.

Capitán Meza has a population of 963 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 169.9 square miles. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 79.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

963
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
169.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Capitán Meza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Capitán Meza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Capitán Meza is N/A. Per capita income is $6,300 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 34.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Capitán Meza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living34.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Capitán Meza, 33.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 56.4% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Capitán Meza vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
High Blood Pressure56.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Capitán Meza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 94.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 72 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 70% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.7°F
33% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall94.2 inches
148% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median72.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %69.8%

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area169.9 sq mi (440.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-27.0167°N, 55.5667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Asuncion

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 5.5 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
March 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
April 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.2 in
September 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 72°F (22°C) 6.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 5.4 in

Capitán Meza has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 61°F in June to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (3.9").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area169.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Capitán Meza

What is the population of Capitán Meza?

Capitán Meza has a population of 963 residents and is located in Paraguay. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 169.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Capitán Meza expensive to live in?

Capitán Meza is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 34.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Capitán Meza?

Capitán Meza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 72.

How is the job market in Capitán Meza?

Capitán Meza has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Capitán Meza?

15.0% of adults in Capitán Meza hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Capitán Meza?

The obesity rate in Capitán Meza is 33.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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