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Huaura, Peru

Lima region · 🇵🇪 Peru

Huaura is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 20,723. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
20,723 Population
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
1.8 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

Population20,723
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain1.8 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population20,723
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates-11.0700°, -77.5994°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation1.8 inches (45 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Huaura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huaura 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. Huaura 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

Huaura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 363 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Huaura has a population of 20,723. 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

20,723
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huaura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huaura vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huaura 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: Huaura 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 Huaura, 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: Huaura 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

Huaura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 1.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 236 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.8 inches
95% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates-11.0700°N, 77.5994°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
August 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest

Huaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 59°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.4") and December 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 Huaura

What is the population of Huaura?

Huaura has a population of 20,723 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 Huaura expensive to live in?

Huaura 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 Huaura?

Huaura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Huaura?

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

How are the schools in Huaura?

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

How healthy is Huaura?

The obesity rate in Huaura 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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