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Huamantanga, Peru

Lima region · 🇵🇪 Peru

Huamantanga is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 595. Elevation: 11,099 ft (3,383 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
595 Population
11,099 ft Elevation 3,383 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
58.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
$7,000 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$7,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $7,000
91% lower than US avg
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

Population595
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$7,000
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation11,099 ft (3,383 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population595
Elevation11,099 ft (3,383 m)
Coordinates-11.4998°, -76.7490°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation58.7 inches (1,491 mm)
Annual Snowfall273.9 inches (696 cm)
Median Household Income$7,000
Median Age31.0 years

Is Huamantanga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huamantanga receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, below-average incomes. Huamantanga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huamantanga is $7,000, 91% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Huamantanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches, including 273.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Huamantanga has a population of 595. 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

595
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huamantanga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huamantanga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huamantanga is $7,000, which is 91% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Huamantanga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$7,000
91% below US avg
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 Huamantanga, 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: Huamantanga 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

Huamantanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 58.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 273.9 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 11,099 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall273.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,099 ft (3,383 m)
Coordinates-11.4998°N, 76.7490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.9 in Warmest
March 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.3 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 37°F (3°C) 0.0 in
August 42°F (5°C) 0.2 in
September 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in
November 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in

Huamantanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 33°F in January to 47°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") 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 Huamantanga

What is the population of Huamantanga?

Huamantanga has a population of 595 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 Huamantanga expensive to live in?

Huamantanga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $7,000, 91% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Huamantanga?

Huamantanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches, with 273.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Huamantanga?

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

How are the schools in Huamantanga?

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

How healthy is Huamantanga?

The obesity rate in Huamantanga 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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