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Cruzeta, Brazil

Rio Grande do Norte · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Cruzeta is a small city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 8,005. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,005 Population
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population8,005
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population8,005
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-6.4117°, -36.7897°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceRio Grande do Norte
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (651 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Cruzeta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cruzeta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Cruzeta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cruzeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Cruzeta has a population of 8,005. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,005
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cruzeta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cruzeta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cruzeta is N/A. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cruzeta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cruzeta, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Cruzeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-6.4117°N, 36.7897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
August 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in

Cruzeta has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in June to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.9") and September the driest (0.1").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cruzeta

What is the population of Cruzeta?

Cruzeta has a population of 8,005 residents and is located in Brazil.. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Cruzeta expensive to live in?

Cruzeta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cruzeta?

Cruzeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Cruzeta?

The unemployment rate in Cruzeta is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Cruzeta?

27.2% of adults in Cruzeta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cruzeta?

The obesity rate in Cruzeta is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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