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Cayrán, Peru

Huánuco Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Cayrán is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 527. Elevation: 7,280 ft (2,219 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
527 Population
7,280 ft Elevation 2,219 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
75.4 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

Population527
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population527
Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)
Coordinates-9.9807°, -76.2840°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Cayrán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cayrán 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. Cayrán 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

Cayrán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July. With 346 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 75.4 inches, including 94.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cayrán has a population of 527. 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

527
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cayrán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cayrán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cayrán 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: Cayrán 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 Cayrán, 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: Cayrán 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

Cayrán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 7,280 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 34°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.4 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall94.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)
Coordinates-9.9807°N, 76.2840°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.6 in
February 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
March 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
July 34°F (1°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
November 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in

Cayrán has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 34°F in July to 64°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.4").

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 Cayrán

What is the population of Cayrán?

Cayrán has a population of 527 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 Cayrán expensive to live in?

Cayrán 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 Cayrán?

Cayrán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cayrán?

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

How are the schools in Cayrán?

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

How healthy is Cayrán?

The obesity rate in Cayrán 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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