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Carigara, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Carigara is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 17,495. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,495 Population 384/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
103.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population17,495
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain103.1 in/yr
Sunny Days151/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population17,495
Population Density384 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates11.2981°, 124.6790°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation103.1 inches (2,618 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Carigara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carigara receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Carigara has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Carigara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 151 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 103.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Carigara has a population of 17,495 with a density of 384 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,495
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
45.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Carigara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Carigara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carigara is N/A. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Carigara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Carigara, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Carigara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 103.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days151 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall103.1 inches
171% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area45.5 sq mi (117.9 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates11.2981°N, 124.6790°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
April 80°F (27°C) 5.1 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in
June 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in Wettest
December 78°F (25°C) 12.7 in

Carigara has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 103.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.5") and April the driest (5.1").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area45.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Carigara

What is the population of Carigara?

Carigara has a population of 17,495 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 384 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Carigara expensive to live in?

Carigara is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Carigara?

Carigara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Carigara?

The job market in Carigara is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Carigara?

21.3% of adults in Carigara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Carigara?

The obesity rate in Carigara is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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