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El Cocuy, Colombia

Boyacá · 🇨🇴 Colombia

El Cocuy is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 2,706. Elevation: 8,681 ft (2,646 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,706 Population
8,681 ft Elevation 2,646 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
41.8 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
$6,600 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$6,600 median income, 8.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $6,600
91% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population2,706
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$6,600
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%
Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation8,681 ft (2,646 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population2,706
Elevation8,681 ft (2,646 m)
Coordinates6.4115°, -72.4488°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation41.8 inches (1,062 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$6,600
Median Age32.2 years

Is El Cocuy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Cocuy receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. El Cocuy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Cocuy is $6,600, 91% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

El Cocuy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Cocuy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

El Cocuy has a population of 2,706. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,706
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Cocuy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Cocuy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Cocuy is $6,600, which is 91% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Cocuy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$6,600
91% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.3%
Renter-Occupied53.7%

Property Tax

In El Cocuy, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.3% of residents, above the national average. 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 4.4% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease10.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
COPD4.6%
Kidney Disease7.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%
Mental Distress4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Premature Death103/100K

Food & Exercise

El Cocuy has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, El Cocuy receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Cocuy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
El Cocuy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 8,681 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation8,681 ft (2,646 m)
Coordinates6.4115°N, 72.4488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Warmest
April 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in Wettest
May 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
June 47°F (8°C) 4.6 in
July 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
September 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in
October 47°F (9°C) 5.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
December 47°F (9°C) 1.2 in

El Cocuy has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 46°F in July to 48°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.4").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Cocuy

What is the population of El Cocuy?

El Cocuy has a population of 2,706 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is El Cocuy expensive to live in?

El Cocuy is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $6,600, 91% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is El Cocuy safe?

El Cocuy is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, El Cocuy receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Cocuy?

El Cocuy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in El Cocuy?

The job market in El Cocuy faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Cocuy?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in El Cocuy?

26.7% of adults in El Cocuy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Cocuy?

The obesity rate in El Cocuy is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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