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Huachos, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Huachos is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 754. Elevation: 9,009 ft (2,746 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
754 Population
9,009 ft Elevation 2,746 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
69.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

People

Population754
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.0%
Depression0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain69.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population754
Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)
Coordinates-13.2200°, -75.5336°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation69.3 inches (1,761 mm)
Annual Snowfall208.0 inches (528 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Huachos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huachos receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Huachos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Huachos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 350 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches, including 208.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Huachos has a population of 754. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 68.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

754
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huachos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huachos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huachos is N/A. Per capita income is $7,888 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 47.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Huachos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living47.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Huachos, 27.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 20.7% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.8% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure20.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.8%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression0.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

Huachos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 208.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,009 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.3 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall208.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,009 ft (2,746 m)
Coordinates-13.2200°N, 75.5336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
February 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.1 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 0.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in

Huachos has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 49°F in June to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").

32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Huachos

What is the population of Huachos?

Huachos has a population of 754 residents and is located in Peru.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Huachos expensive to live in?

Huachos is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Huachos?

Huachos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.3 inches, with 208.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Huachos?

The unemployment rate in Huachos is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Huachos?

32.1% of adults in Huachos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Huachos?

The obesity rate in Huachos is 27.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 0.8% of residents report depression.

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