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Chotepe, Honduras

Cortés Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Chotepe is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 1,564. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,564 Population
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
37% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population1,564
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,227
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.4%
Depression6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,564
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates15.4167°, -87.9833°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCortés Department
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,346 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Chotepe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chotepe receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Chotepe faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chotepe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Chotepe has a population of 1,564. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,564
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chotepe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chotepe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chotepe is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chotepe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
37% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living45.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Chotepe, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% are current smokers. 6.6% report depression. 83.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression6.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Chotepe has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 240 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates15.4167°N, 87.9833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 58.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

El Milagro 1,917 pop · 1.6 mi Nuevo Chamelecón 2,098 pop · 3.2 mi La Sabana 1,524 pop · 4.5 mi La Lima 45,955 pop · 4.6 mi Pueblo Nuevo 3,556 pop · 4.9 mi El Marañón 1,836 pop · 5.0 mi El Plan 2,176 pop · 6.6 mi San Pedro Sula 801,259 pop · 6.8 mi Villanueva 31,571 pop · 7.1 mi San Manuel 6,389 pop · 7.2 mi Armenta 2,989 pop · 7.3 mi El Zapotal del Norte 2,508 pop · 8.2 mi San José del Boquerón 1,432 pop · 9.1 mi Peña Blanca 3,552 pop · 9.2 mi
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