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Descanso, Brazil

Santa Catarina · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Descanso is a small city in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 8,530. Elevation: 1,775 ft (541 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,530 Population
1,775 ft Elevation 541 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
100.1 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo 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

Population8,530
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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain100.1 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population8,530
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Coordinates-26.8261°, -53.5017°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceSanta Catarina
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation100.1 inches (2,542 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Descanso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Descanso 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. Descanso 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

Descanso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 100.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Descanso has a population of 8,530. 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

8,530
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Descanso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Descanso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Descanso 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: Descanso 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 Descanso, 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: Descanso 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

Descanso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 100.1 inches (wetter 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 1,775 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall100.1 inches
163% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Coordinates-26.8261°N, 53.5017°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 7.0 in Warmest
February 74°F (23°C) 6.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 6.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 6.6 in Coldest
July 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 5.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 6.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 7.9 in Wettest
November 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in

Descanso has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 57°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 76.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and July the driest (5.4").

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 Descanso

What is the population of Descanso?

Descanso has a population of 8,530 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 Descanso expensive to live in?

Descanso 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 Descanso?

Descanso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Descanso?

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

How are the schools in Descanso?

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

How healthy is Descanso?

The obesity rate in Descanso 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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