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Chiara, Peru

Cuzco Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Chiara is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 634. Elevation: 11,470 ft (3,496 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
634 Population
11,470 ft Elevation 3,496 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
52.7 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

Population634
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation11,470 ft (3,496 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population634
Elevation11,470 ft (3,496 m)
Coordinates-14.0908°, -71.4012°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.0 inches (114 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Chiara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chiara 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. Chiara 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

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 354 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Chiara has a population of 634. 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

634
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chiara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chiara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chiara 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: Chiara 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 Chiara, 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: Chiara 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

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.0 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 11,470 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,470 ft (3,496 m)
Coordinates-14.0908°N, 71.4012°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in
March 47°F (9°C) 5.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 44°F (6°C) 0.4 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 42°F (5°C) 0.3 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
October 47°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Chiara has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 39°F in January to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.1").

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 Chiara

What is the population of Chiara?

Chiara has a population of 634 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 Chiara expensive to live in?

Chiara 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 Chiara?

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Chiara?

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

How are the schools in Chiara?

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

How healthy is Chiara?

The obesity rate in Chiara 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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