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El Ermitano, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

El Ermitano is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 947. Elevation: 3,225 ft (983 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
947 Population
3,225 ft Elevation 983 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
71.6 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

Population947
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain71.6 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population947
Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Coordinates15.2500°, -88.6833°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation71.6 inches (1,819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is El Ermitano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Ermitano receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. El Ermitano 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 Ermitano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

El Ermitano has a population of 947. 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

947
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Ermitano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Ermitano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Ermitano 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 Ermitano 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 Ermitano, 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 Ermitano 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 Ermitano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.6 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 3,225 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.6 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Coordinates15.2500°N, 88.6833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 71°F (21°C) 2.0 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 9.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 10.8 in
October 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in

El Ermitano has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and March the driest (1.5").

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 Ermitano

What is the population of El Ermitano?

El Ermitano has a population of 947 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 Ermitano expensive to live in?

El Ermitano 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 Ermitano?

El Ermitano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in El Ermitano?

El Ermitano 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 Ermitano?

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

How healthy is El Ermitano?

The obesity rate in El Ermitano 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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