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El Sauce, Nicaragua

León Department · 🇳🇮 Nicaragua

El Sauce is a small city in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 11,898. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
11,898 Population
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
62.9 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
40% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

People

Population11,898
Median Age29.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,609
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty6.6%

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain62.9 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.2%
Population11,898
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates12.8869°, -86.5390°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceLeón Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation62.9 inches (1,598 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.0 years

Is El Sauce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Sauce receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. El Sauce has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Sauce has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

El Sauce has a population of 11,898. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,898
Total Population
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

El Sauce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Sauce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Sauce is N/A. Per capita income is $2,609 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Sauce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,609

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
40% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In El Sauce, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 35.8% have high blood pressure. 3.9% report binge drinking. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure35.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking3.9%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

El Sauce has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.9 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates12.8869°N, 86.5390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
June 80°F (26°C) 10.4 in
July 80°F (26°C) 4.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
September 78°F (26°C) 14.2 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 13.5 in
November 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Coldest

El Sauce has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 77°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.2") and January the driest (0.1").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 58.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Sauce

What is the population of El Sauce?

El Sauce has a population of 11,898 residents and is located in Nicaragua.. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is El Sauce expensive to live in?

El Sauce is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in El Sauce?

El Sauce has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in El Sauce?

The unemployment rate in El Sauce is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in El Sauce?

15.0% of adults in El Sauce hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Sauce?

The obesity rate in El Sauce is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 6.9% of residents report depression.

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