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Chiguirip, Peru

Cajamarca Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Chiguirip is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 403. Elevation: 8,924 ft (2,720 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
403 Population
8,924 ft Elevation 2,720 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 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

Population403
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation8,924 ft (2,720 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population403
Elevation8,924 ft (2,720 m)
Coordinates-6.4282°, -78.7213°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Chiguirip a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chiguirip 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. Chiguirip 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

Chiguirip enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 72.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Chiguirip has a population of 403. 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

403
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chiguirip vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chiguirip vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chiguirip 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: Chiguirip 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 Chiguirip, 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: Chiguirip 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

Chiguirip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 8,924 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.6 inches
91% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation8,924 ft (2,720 m)
Coordinates-6.4282°N, 78.7213°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
March 58°F (15°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 4.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in
November 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest
December 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in

Chiguirip has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 55°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (1.4").

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 Chiguirip

What is the population of Chiguirip?

Chiguirip has a population of 403 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 Chiguirip expensive to live in?

Chiguirip 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 Chiguirip?

Chiguirip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Chiguirip?

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

How are the schools in Chiguirip?

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

How healthy is Chiguirip?

The obesity rate in Chiguirip 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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