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Cololaca, Honduras

Lempira Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Cololaca is a small town in Lempira Department, Honduras with a population of 1,014. Elevation: 2,513 ft (766 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,014 Population
2,513 ft Elevation 766 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
63.7 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

Population1,014
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain63.7 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,014
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Coordinates14.3000°, -88.8833°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceLempira Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation63.7 inches (1,619 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Cololaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cololaca receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Cololaca 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

Cololaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Cololaca has a population of 1,014. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,014
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cololaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cololaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cololaca is N/A. Per capita income is $3,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cololaca 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 Cololaca, 29.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 3.1% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Cololaca 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

Cololaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,513 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.7 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Coordinates14.3000°N, 88.8833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in Warmest
May 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
June 73°F (23°C) 12.0 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 10.1 in
August 72°F (22°C) 10.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 11.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Cololaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 69°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.0") and January the driest (0.2").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 58.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Cololaca

What is the population of Cololaca?

Cololaca has a population of 1,014 residents and is located in Honduras.. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Cololaca expensive to live in?

Cololaca is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 45.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cololaca?

Cololaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Cololaca?

Cololaca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Cololaca?

10.0% of adults in Cololaca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cololaca?

The obesity rate in Cololaca is 29.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 6.6% of residents report depression.

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