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Erandique, Honduras

Lempira Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Erandique is a small town in Lempira Department, Honduras with a population of 1,882. Elevation: 4,108 ft (1,252 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,882 Population
4,108 ft Elevation 1,252 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
62.6 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

Population1,882
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,882
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Coordinates14.2379°, -88.4645°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceLempira Department
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation62.6 inches (1,589 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Erandique a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erandique receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Erandique 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

Erandique enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Erandique has a population of 1,882. 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

1,882
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Erandique vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Erandique vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erandique 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: Erandique 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 Erandique, 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: Erandique 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

Erandique enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 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 4,108 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.6 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Coordinates14.2379°N, 88.4645°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 72°F (22°C) 7.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 11.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
August 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in
September 69°F (21°C) 12.3 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 7.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Erandique has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 65°F in December to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 62.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.3") and January the driest (0.2").

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 Erandique

What is the population of Erandique?

Erandique has a population of 1,882 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 Erandique expensive to live in?

Erandique 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 Erandique?

Erandique enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Erandique?

Erandique has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Erandique?

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

How healthy is Erandique?

The obesity rate in Erandique 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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