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Fúquene, Colombia

Cundinamarca · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Fúquene is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 563. Elevation: 9,403 ft (2,866 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
563 Population
9,403 ft Elevation 2,866 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population563
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation9,403 ft (2,866 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population563
Elevation9,403 ft (2,866 m)
Coordinates5.4043°, -73.7964°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceCundinamarca
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Fúquene a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fúquene receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fúquene offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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

Fúquene enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Fúquene has a population of 563. 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

563
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fúquene vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fúquene vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fúquene is N/A. 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: Fúquene vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Fúquene, 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: Fúquene 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

Fúquene enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. 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 9,403 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation9,403 ft (2,866 m)
Coordinates5.4043°N, 73.7964°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 57°F (14°C)
1.0"
Feb 57°F (14°C)
1.9"
Mar 58°F (15°C)
3.9"
Apr 58°F (14°C)
5.8"
May 58°F (14°C)
5.1"
Jun 56°F (14°C)
4.8"
Jul 56°F (13°C)
2.4"
Aug 56°F (14°C)
2.8"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
3.8"
Oct 57°F (14°C)
6.2"
Nov 57°F (14°C)
4.7"
Dec 57°F (14°C)
2.2"

The warmest month is March at 58°F, while the coldest is July at 56°F — a seasonal swing of 2°F. October sees the most rain (6.2"), while January is the driest (1.0").

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 Fúquene

What is the population of Fúquene?

Fúquene has a population of 563 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 Fúquene expensive to live in?

Fúquene is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Fúquene?

Fúquene enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Fúquene?

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

How are the schools in Fúquene?

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

How healthy is Fúquene?

The obesity rate in Fúquene 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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