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Guacarí, Colombia

Valle del Cauca Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Guacarí is a small city in Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia with a population of 19,637. Elevation: 3,202 ft (976 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
19,637 Population
3,202 ft Elevation 976 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
$6,600 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$6,600 median income, 8.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $6,600
91% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% 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

Population19,637
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$6,600
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%
Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation3,202 ft (976 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population19,637
Elevation3,202 ft (976 m)
Coordinates3.7638°, -76.3329°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceValle del Cauca Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,508 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$6,600
Median Age32.2 years

Is Guacarí a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guacarí receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Guacarí has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guacarí is $6,600, 91% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Guacarí is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Guacarí enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Guacarí has a population of 19,637. 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

19,637
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Guacarí vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guacarí vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guacarí is $6,600, which is 91% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Guacarí vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$6,600
91% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.3%
Renter-Occupied53.7%

Property Tax

In Guacarí, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.3% of residents, above the national average. 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). 4.4% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease10.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
COPD4.6%
Kidney Disease7.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%
Mental Distress4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Premature Death103/100K

Food & Exercise

Guacarí has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Guacarí receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Guacarí vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Guacarí enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 3,202 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.4 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation3,202 ft (976 m)
Coordinates3.7638°N, 76.3329°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
February 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
March 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in Warmest
April 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 6.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in
October 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in Wettest
November 69°F (20°C) 6.7 in Coldest
December 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in

Guacarí has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 69°F in November to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (2.5").

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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Guacarí

What is the population of Guacarí?

Guacarí has a population of 19,637 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 Guacarí expensive to live in?

Guacarí is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $6,600, 91% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Guacarí safe?

Guacarí is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Guacarí receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Guacarí?

Guacarí enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Guacarí?

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

How much does housing cost in Guacarí?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Guacarí?

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

How healthy is Guacarí?

The obesity rate in Guacarí 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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