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Castro, Brazil

Paraná · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Castro is a mid-size city in Paraná, Brazil with a population of 73,075. Elevation: 3,235 ft (986 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
73,075 Population
3,235 ft Elevation 986 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
61.7 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population73,075
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation3,235 ft (986 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population73,075
Elevation3,235 ft (986 m)
Coordinates-24.7893°, -50.0123°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceParaná
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation61.7 inches (1,567 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Castro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Castro receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Castro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Castro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Castro has a population of 73,075. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

73,075
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Castro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Castro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castro is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Castro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Castro, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% are current smokers. 10.6% report depression. 83.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Castro has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.7 inches. The area enjoys 224 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.7 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation3,235 ft (986 m)
Coordinates-24.7893°N, 50.0123°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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