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Esperanza, Philippines

Soccsksargen · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Esperanza is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 6,009. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,009 Population 48/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
79.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population6,009
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain79.8 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population6,009
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates6.7231°, 124.5197°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceSoccsksargen
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation79.8 inches (2,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Esperanza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esperanza receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Esperanza has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 191 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 79.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Esperanza has a population of 6,009 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 125.2 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,009
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
125.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Esperanza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Esperanza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esperanza is N/A. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Esperanza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Esperanza, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Esperanza vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 191 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.0°F
52% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.8 inches
110% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area125.2 sq mi (324.3 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates6.7231°N, 124.5197°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
March 83°F (28°C) 4.1 in
April 84°F (29°C) 4.7 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 8.3 in
June 82°F (28°C) 9.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.7 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
November 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
December 82°F (28°C) 4.4 in

Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 81°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 79.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (3.5").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area125.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Esperanza

What is the population of Esperanza?

Esperanza has a population of 6,009 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 125.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Esperanza expensive to live in?

Esperanza is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Esperanza?

Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Esperanza?

The job market in Esperanza is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Esperanza?

21.3% of adults in Esperanza hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Esperanza?

The obesity rate in Esperanza is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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