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Chalhuanca, Peru

Arequipa · 🇵🇪 Peru

Chalhuanca is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 617. Elevation: 14,239 ft (4,340 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
617 Population
14,239 ft Elevation 4,340 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.2 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

Population617
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days365/yr
Elevation14,239 ft (4,340 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population617
Elevation14,239 ft (4,340 m)
Coordinates-15.7178°, -71.3208°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall80.9 inches (206 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Chalhuanca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chalhuanca 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. Chalhuanca 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

Chalhuanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 365 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 80.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Chalhuanca has a population of 617. 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

617
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chalhuanca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chalhuanca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chalhuanca 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: Chalhuanca 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 Chalhuanca, 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: Chalhuanca 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

Chalhuanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 365 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 80.9 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 14,239 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days365 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall80.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation14,239 ft (4,340 m)
Coordinates-15.7178°N, 71.3208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 36°F (2°C) 0.4 in
June 33°F (0°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in
August 33°F (1°C) 0.2 in
September 37°F (3°C) 0.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in

Chalhuanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 33°F in June to 44°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").

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 Chalhuanca

What is the population of Chalhuanca?

Chalhuanca has a population of 617 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 Chalhuanca expensive to live in?

Chalhuanca 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 Chalhuanca?

Chalhuanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 80.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Chalhuanca?

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

How are the schools in Chalhuanca?

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

How healthy is Chalhuanca?

The obesity rate in Chalhuanca 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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