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Huancayoc, Peru

Ancash · 🇵🇪 Peru

Huancayoc is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 533. Elevation: 12,277 ft (3,742 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
533 Population
12,277 ft Elevation 3,742 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
94.1 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

Population533
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain94.1 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation12,277 ft (3,742 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population533
Elevation12,277 ft (3,742 m)
Coordinates-9.5046°, -76.9976°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation94.1 inches (2,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Huancayoc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huancayoc 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. Huancayoc 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

Huancayoc experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 333 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 94.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Huancayoc has a population of 533. 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

533
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huancayoc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huancayoc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huancayoc 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: Huancayoc 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 Huancayoc, 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: Huancayoc 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

Huancayoc experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 333 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 94.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. 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 12,277 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall94.1 inches
148% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation12,277 ft (3,742 m)
Coordinates-9.5046°N, 76.9976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in
February 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 42°F (5°C) 0.9 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in

Huancayoc has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 41°F in June to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.6").

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 Huancayoc

What is the population of Huancayoc?

Huancayoc has a population of 533 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 Huancayoc expensive to live in?

Huancayoc 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 Huancayoc?

Huancayoc has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Huancayoc?

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

How are the schools in Huancayoc?

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

How healthy is Huancayoc?

The obesity rate in Huancayoc 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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