Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.4%

15% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.3%

41% lower than US avg

People

Population18,565

Median Age28.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$6,738

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty7.3%

Health

Obesity27.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.5%

Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI11 (Good)

Rain108.1 in/yr

Sunny Days343/yr

Elevation4,764 ft (1,452 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+96.3%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband72.7%

Population	18,565
Elevation	4,764 ft (1,452 m)
Coordinates	-3.9866°, -79.3576°
Timezone	America/Guayaquil
Country	🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / Province	Loja
Average Temperature	54°F (12°C)
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation	108.1 inches (2,746 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	28.0 years

Is Catamayo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% 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%. 96.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Catamayo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 343 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 108.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Catamayo has a population of 18,565. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,565

Total Population

28.0yrs

Median Age

28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Catamayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Catamayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catamayo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Catamayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$6,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.3%
	41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	43.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Catamayo, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 7.4% report depression. 86.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.4%
	15% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
High Blood Pressure	27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.5%
	32% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.7%
Physical Inactivity	86.5%
Depression	7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.0%

Food & Exercise

Catamayo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 108.1 inches. The area enjoys 343 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)

Annual Average	53.9°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days	343 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	108.1 inches
	185% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	11.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.7%

Geography

Elevation	4,764 ft (1,452 m)
Coordinates	-3.9866°N, 79.3576°W
Timezone	America/Guayaquil

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 72.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	96.3%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Catamayo, Ecuador

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Is Catamayo a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Catamayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Catamayo vs U.S. Average

Income: Catamayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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