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El Peñón, Colombia

Cundinamarca · 🇨🇴 Colombia

El Peñón is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 728. Elevation: 4,738 ft (1,444 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
728 Population
4,738 ft Elevation 1,444 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
81.1 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
$6,600 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 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
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $6,600
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% 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

Population728
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain81.1 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population728
Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)
Coordinates5.2526°, -74.2907°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceCundinamarca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation81.1 inches (2,059 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$6,600
Median Age32.2 years

Is El Peñón a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Peñón receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. El Peñón has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Peñón 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%.

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 Peñón enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 189 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 81.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

El Peñón has a population of 728. 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

728
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Peñón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Peñón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Peñón 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 Peñón 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

In El Peñón, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 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).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

El Peñón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 4,738 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.1 inches
113% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)
Coordinates5.2526°N, 74.2907°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Driest
February 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 6.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in Warmest
May 69°F (21°C) 9.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in
August 69°F (20°C) 5.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 8.6 in
October 68°F (20°C) 10.5 in Wettest
November 68°F (20°C) 8.5 in Coldest
December 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in

El Peñón has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 68°F in November to 70°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.5") and January the driest (3.2").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Peñón

What is the population of El Peñón?

El Peñón has a population of 728 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 Peñón expensive to live in?

El Peñón 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.

What is the weather like in El Peñón?

El Peñón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in El Peñón?

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

How are the schools in El Peñón?

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

How healthy is El Peñón?

The obesity rate in El Peñón 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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