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Chitagá, Colombia

Norte de Santander Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Chitagá is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 3,871. Elevation: 7,717 ft (2,352 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,871 Population
7,717 ft Elevation 2,352 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
64.5 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population3,871
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation7,717 ft (2,352 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population3,871
Elevation7,717 ft (2,352 m)
Coordinates7.1378°, -72.6646°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceNorte de Santander Department
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation64.5 inches (1,637 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Chitagá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chitagá receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chitagá offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chitagá experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Chitagá has a population of 3,871. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,871
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chitagá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chitagá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chitagá is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chitagá vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Chitagá, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 7.7% report depression. 84.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chitagá vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Chitagá has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.5 inches. The area enjoys 219 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.5 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation7,717 ft (2,352 m)
Coordinates7.1378°N, 72.6646°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). 77.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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