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Chinchihuasi, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Chinchihuasi is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 438. Elevation: 9,006 ft (2,745 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
438 Population
9,006 ft Elevation 2,745 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
35.9 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

Population438
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation9,006 ft (2,745 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population438
Elevation9,006 ft (2,745 m)
Coordinates-12.5186°, -74.5457°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Chinchihuasi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chinchihuasi 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. Chinchihuasi 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

Chinchihuasi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Chinchihuasi has a population of 438. 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

438
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chinchihuasi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chinchihuasi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chinchihuasi 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: Chinchihuasi 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 Chinchihuasi, 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: Chinchihuasi 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

Chinchihuasi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 47°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 35.9 inches. 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 9,006 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,006 ft (2,745 m)
Coordinates-12.5186°N, 74.5457°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
February 51°F (10°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 51°F (10°C) 5.4 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in

Chinchihuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 47°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.6").

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 Chinchihuasi

What is the population of Chinchihuasi?

Chinchihuasi has a population of 438 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 Chinchihuasi expensive to live in?

Chinchihuasi 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 Chinchihuasi?

Chinchihuasi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Chinchihuasi?

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

How are the schools in Chinchihuasi?

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

How healthy is Chinchihuasi?

The obesity rate in Chinchihuasi 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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