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Chinchaypujio, Peru

Cuzco Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Chinchaypujio is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 943. Elevation: 10,164 ft (3,098 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
943 Population
10,164 ft Elevation 3,098 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
39.7 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

Population943
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation10,164 ft (3,098 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population943
Elevation10,164 ft (3,098 m)
Coordinates-13.6295°, -72.2330°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,009 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Chinchaypujio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chinchaypujio 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. Chinchaypujio 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

Chinchaypujio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Chinchaypujio has a population of 943. 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

943
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chinchaypujio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chinchaypujio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chinchaypujio 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: Chinchaypujio 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 Chinchaypujio, 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: Chinchaypujio 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

Chinchaypujio experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. 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 10,164 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation10,164 ft (3,098 m)
Coordinates-13.6295°N, 72.2330°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 7.0 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.3 in
March 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in
August 47°F (9°C) 0.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in

Chinchaypujio has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 46°F in June to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.3").

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 Chinchaypujio

What is the population of Chinchaypujio?

Chinchaypujio has a population of 943 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 Chinchaypujio expensive to live in?

Chinchaypujio 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 Chinchaypujio?

Chinchaypujio has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Chinchaypujio?

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

How are the schools in Chinchaypujio?

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

How healthy is Chinchaypujio?

The obesity rate in Chinchaypujio 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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