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Cruz Blanca, Peru

Lambayeque · 🇵🇪 Peru

Cruz Blanca is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 514. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
514 Population
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
20.1 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

Population514
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population514
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-6.4978°, -79.8688°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLambayeque
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (510 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Cruz Blanca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cruz Blanca 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. Cruz Blanca 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

Cruz Blanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 360 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cruz Blanca has a population of 514. 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

514
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cruz Blanca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cruz Blanca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cruz Blanca 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: Cruz Blanca 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 Cruz Blanca, 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: Cruz Blanca 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

Cruz Blanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 154 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-6.4978°N, 79.8688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in

Cruz Blanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 67°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.3") and May the driest (0.0").

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 Cruz Blanca

What is the population of Cruz Blanca?

Cruz Blanca has a population of 514 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 Cruz Blanca expensive to live in?

Cruz Blanca 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 Cruz Blanca?

Cruz Blanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cruz Blanca?

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

How are the schools in Cruz Blanca?

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

How healthy is Cruz Blanca?

The obesity rate in Cruz Blanca 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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