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Huancayo, Peru

Junin · 🇵🇪 Peru

Huancayo is a large city in Junin, Peru with a population of 456,250. Elevation: 11,798 ft (3,596 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
456,250 Population 3,704/sq mi density
11,798 ft Elevation 3,596 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
56.3 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

Population456,250
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density3,704/mi²
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation11,798 ft (3,596 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population456,250
Population Density3,704 / sq mi
Elevation11,798 ft (3,596 m)
Coordinates-12.0687°, -75.2103°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation56.3 inches (1,431 mm)
Annual Snowfall159.1 inches (404 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Huancayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huancayo 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. Huancayo 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

Huancayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches, including 159.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Huancayo has a population of 456,250 with a density of 3,704 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles. 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

456,250
Total Population
3,704
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
123.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huancayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huancayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huancayo 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: Huancayo 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 Huancayo, 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: Huancayo 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

Huancayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 159.1 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 11,798 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 36°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall159.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,798 ft (3,596 m)
Area123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²)
Population Density3,704/sq mi
Coordinates-12.0687°N, 75.2103°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in Wettest
March 53°F (11°C) 4.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
August 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in

Huancayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 35°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.3").

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

Population Density3,704/sq mi
Total Area123.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Huancayo

What is the population of Huancayo?

Huancayo has a population of 456,250 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3,704 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles. 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 Huancayo expensive to live in?

Huancayo 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 Huancayo?

Huancayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Huancayo?

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

How are the schools in Huancayo?

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

How healthy is Huancayo?

The obesity rate in Huancayo 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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