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Guarizama, Honduras

Olancho Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Guarizama is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 1,300. Elevation: 2,123 ft (647 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,300 Population
2,123 ft Elevation 647 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
49.8 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

Population1,300
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,300
Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)
Coordinates14.9167°, -86.3333°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Guarizama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guarizama receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Guarizama 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

Guarizama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Guarizama has a population of 1,300. 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

1,300
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Guarizama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guarizama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guarizama 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: Guarizama 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 Guarizama, 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: Guarizama 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

Guarizama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 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 2,123 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)
Coordinates14.9167°N, 86.3333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
October 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in Coldest

Guarizama has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and March the driest (0.7").

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 Guarizama

What is the population of Guarizama?

Guarizama has a population of 1,300 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 Guarizama expensive to live in?

Guarizama 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 Guarizama?

Guarizama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Guarizama?

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

How are the schools in Guarizama?

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

How healthy is Guarizama?

The obesity rate in Guarizama 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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