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Chivatá, Colombia

Boyacá · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Chivatá is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 664. Elevation: 9,619 ft (2,932 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
664 Population
9,619 ft Elevation 2,932 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
41.1 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

Population664
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation9,619 ft (2,932 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population664
Elevation9,619 ft (2,932 m)
Coordinates5.5582°, -73.2820°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,043 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Chivatá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chivatá receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Chivatá 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

Chivatá experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Chivatá has a population of 664. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

664
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chivatá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chivatá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chivatá is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Chivatá 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 Chivatá, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Chivatá 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

Chivatá experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,619 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation9,619 ft (2,932 m)
Coordinates5.5582°N, 73.2820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
March 56°F (14°C) 2.5 in Warmest
April 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 6.2 in Wettest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.8 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in

Chivatá has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 53°F in July to 56°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.8").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Chivatá

What is the population of Chivatá?

Chivatá has a population of 664 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Chivatá expensive to live in?

Chivatá is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Chivatá?

Chivatá has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Chivatá?

The job market in Chivatá faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Chivatá?

26.7% of adults in Chivatá hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Chivatá?

The obesity rate in Chivatá is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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