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Guácimo, Costa Rica

Limón Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Guácimo is a small city in Limón Province, Costa Rica with a population of 7,022. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,022 Population 81/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
147.2 in Annual Rain
America / Costa Rica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
90% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population7,022
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,942
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain147.2 in/yr
Sunny Days100/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population7,022
Population Density81 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates10.2129°, -83.6879°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceLimón Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation147.2 inches (3,738 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Guácimo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guácimo receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Guácimo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Guácimo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 100 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 147.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Guácimo has a population of 7,022 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 86.4 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,022
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
86.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Guácimo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guácimo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guácimo is N/A. Per capita income is $16,942 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Guácimo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
90% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Guácimo, 31.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. 37.8% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Guácimo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 100 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 147.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 83% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days100 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall147.2 inches
287% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area86.4 sq mi (223.8 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates10.2129°N, 83.6879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in
February 78°F (25°C) 6.8 in
March 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 12.0 in
June 78°F (26°C) 14.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 17.7 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 15.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 11.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 13.5 in
November 76°F (25°C) 16.5 in
December 76°F (25°C) 15.8 in Coldest

Guácimo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 147.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.7") and March the driest (5.6").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area86.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Guácimo

What is the population of Guácimo?

Guácimo has a population of 7,022 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 86.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Guácimo expensive to live in?

Guácimo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Guácimo?

Guácimo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 100 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 147.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 54.

How is the job market in Guácimo?

The unemployment rate in Guácimo is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Guácimo?

22.0% of adults in Guácimo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Guácimo?

The obesity rate in Guácimo is 31.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 7.6% of residents report depression.

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