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El Achiotal, Honduras

Lempira Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

El Achiotal is a small town in Lempira Department, Honduras with a population of 1,210. Elevation: 1,762 ft (537 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,210 Population
1,762 ft Elevation 537 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
72.1 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

Population1,210
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain72.1 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,210
Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Coordinates14.0833°, -88.7500°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceLempira Department
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation72.1 inches (1,830 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is El Achiotal a Good Place to Live?

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

El Achiotal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

El Achiotal has a population of 1,210. 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

1,210
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Achiotal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Achiotal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Achiotal 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: El Achiotal 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 El Achiotal, 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: El Achiotal 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

El Achiotal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 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 1,762 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.1 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Coordinates14.0833°N, 88.7500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
May 78°F (25°C) 8.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 13.1 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 13.1 in
October 74°F (24°C) 8.7 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest

El Achiotal has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 73°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") 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 El Achiotal

What is the population of El Achiotal?

El Achiotal has a population of 1,210 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 El Achiotal expensive to live in?

El Achiotal 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 El Achiotal?

El Achiotal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in El Achiotal?

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

How are the schools in El Achiotal?

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

How healthy is El Achiotal?

The obesity rate in El Achiotal 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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