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Caritamaya, Peru

Puno · 🇵🇪 Peru

Caritamaya is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 540. Elevation: 12,589 ft (3,837 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
540 Population
12,589 ft Elevation 3,837 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
42.1 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

Population540
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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation12,589 ft (3,837 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population540
Elevation12,589 ft (3,837 m)
Coordinates-16.0080°, -69.7561°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,069 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.2 inches (67 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Caritamaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caritamaya 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. Caritamaya 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

Caritamaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July. With 363 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Caritamaya has a population of 540. 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

540
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Caritamaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Caritamaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caritamaya 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: Caritamaya 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 Caritamaya, 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: Caritamaya 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

Caritamaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 42.1 inches. The area receives 26.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 12,589 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation12,589 ft (3,837 m)
Coordinates-16.0080°N, 69.7561°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 7.3 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 7.2 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 38°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in

Caritamaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 38°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.2").

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 Caritamaya

What is the population of Caritamaya?

Caritamaya has a population of 540 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 Caritamaya expensive to live in?

Caritamaya 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 Caritamaya?

Caritamaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Caritamaya?

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

How are the schools in Caritamaya?

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

How healthy is Caritamaya?

The obesity rate in Caritamaya 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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