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El Barrito, Panama

Veraguas Province · 🇵🇦 Panama

El Barrito is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 212. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
212 Population
482 ft Elevation 147 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
94.5 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
132% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

People

Population212
Median Age30.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,797
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty3.1%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.5%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain94.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation482 ft (147 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population212
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Coordinates7.9590°, -80.9482°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceVeraguas Province
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation94.5 inches (2,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is El Barrito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Barrito receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. El Barrito has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Barrito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 94.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

El Barrito has a population of 212. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

212
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

El Barrito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Barrito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Barrito is N/A. Per capita income is $18,797 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Barrito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
132% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In El Barrito, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 3.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: El Barrito vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.5%
75% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

El Barrito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 94.5 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 482 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall94.5 inches
149% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Coordinates7.9590°N, 80.9482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 17.3 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 12.1 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in

El Barrito has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in January to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 101.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (17.3") and February the driest (0.5").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Barrito

What is the population of El Barrito?

El Barrito has a population of 212 residents and is located in Panama.. The median age of residents is 30.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is El Barrito expensive to live in?

El Barrito is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in El Barrito?

El Barrito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in El Barrito?

The job market in El Barrito faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in El Barrito?

22.0% of adults in El Barrito hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Barrito?

The obesity rate in El Barrito is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 3.5% of adults are smokers. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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