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Itaboraí, Brazil

Rio de Janeiro · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Itaboraí is a large city in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with a population of 240,040. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
240,040 Population 1,152/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
98.0 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,000
97% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 19/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population240,040
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,152/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent19/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder19.3/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%
Heart Disease14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain98.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population240,040
Population Density1,152 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-22.7444°, -42.8594°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceRio de Janeiro
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation98.0 inches (2,489 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age34.3 years

Is Itaboraí a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Itaboraí receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Itaboraí has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Itaboraí is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Itaboraí is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Itaboraí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 98.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Itaboraí has a population of 240,040 with a density of 1,152 people per square mile, spread across 208.4 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

240,040
Total Population
1,152
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
208.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Itaboraí vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Itaboraí vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Itaboraí is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Itaboraí vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied27.9%

Property Tax

In Itaboraí, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 14.5% of residents, above the national average. 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease14.5%
High Blood Pressure45.0%
COPD19.8%
Kidney Disease32.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%
Mental Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Premature Death145/100K

Food & Exercise

Itaboraí has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 19.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Itaboraí receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Itaboraí vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.3/100K
95% below US avg
Murder19.3/100K
206% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Itaboraí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 98.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall98.0 inches
158% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area208.4 sq mi (539.7 km²)
Population Density1,152/sq mi
Coordinates-22.7444°N, 42.8594°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
County FIPS3301900

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in
February 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in

Itaboraí has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 64°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (1.1").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,152/sq mi
Total Area208.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Itaboraí

What is the population of Itaboraí?

Itaboraí has a population of 240,040 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 1,152 people per square mile, spread across 208.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Itaboraí expensive to live in?

Itaboraí is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Itaboraí safe?

Itaboraí is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Itaboraí receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Itaboraí?

Itaboraí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Itaboraí?

The unemployment rate in Itaboraí is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Itaboraí?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Itaboraí?

27.2% of adults in Itaboraí hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Itaboraí?

The obesity rate in Itaboraí is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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