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El Porvenir, Panama

Chiriquí Province · 🇵🇦 Panama

El Porvenir is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 659. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
659 Population
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
120.1 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

Population659
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 (27°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain120.1 in/yr
Sunny Days148/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population659
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates8.2320°, -81.8335°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceChiriquí Province
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation120.1 inches (3,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is El Porvenir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Porvenir receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. El Porvenir 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 Porvenir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 148 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 120.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

El Porvenir has a population of 659. 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

659
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

El Porvenir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Porvenir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Porvenir 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 Porvenir 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 Porvenir, 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 Porvenir 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 Porvenir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.1 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 148 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days148 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall120.1 inches
216% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates8.2320°N, 81.8335°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 2.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.5 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 13.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in
August 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 15.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 20.5 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 15.4 in Coldest
December 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in

El Porvenir has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.5") and February the driest (1.2").

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 Porvenir

What is the population of El Porvenir?

El Porvenir has a population of 659 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 Porvenir expensive to live in?

El Porvenir 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 Porvenir?

El Porvenir has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in El Porvenir?

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

How are the schools in El Porvenir?

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

How healthy is El Porvenir?

The obesity rate in El Porvenir 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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