Izalco, El Salvador

Sonsonate Department · 🇸🇻 El Salvador

Izalco is a small city in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador with a population of 19,197. Elevation: 1,385 ft (422 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Bachelor's+ 10.0%

70% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.9%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.6%

63% lower than US avg

People

Population19,197

Median Age29.7 yrs

Density283/mi²

Male / Female48% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$5,365

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty4.6%

Health

Obesity30.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking7.0%

Depression3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)

AQI22 (Good)

Rain70.5 in/yr

Sunny Days211/yr

Elevation1,385 ft (422 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.0%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband67.7%

Population	19,197
Population Density	283 / sq mi
Elevation	1,385 ft (422 m)
Coordinates	13.7447°, -89.6731°
Timezone	America/El_Salvador
Country	🇸🇻 El Salvador
State / Province	Sonsonate Department
Average Temperature	76°F (25°C)
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	70.5 inches (1,790 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	29.7 years

Is Izalco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Izalco receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Izalco faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Izalco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Izalco has a population of 19,197 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,197

Total Population

283

People / sq mi

29.7yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

67.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%

Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Izalco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Izalco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Izalco is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Izalco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$5,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.6%
	63% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	42.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Izalco, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 3.1% report depression. 86.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.9%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.0%
	50% below US avg
Binge Drinking	3.4%
Physical Inactivity	86.1%
Depression	3.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Food & Exercise

Izalco has an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.5 inches. The area enjoys 211 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	76.2°F
	41% above US avg
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	70.5 inches
	85% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	22.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.6%

Geography

Elevation	1,385 ft (422 m)
Area	67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²)
Population Density	283/sq mi
Coordinates	13.7447°N, 89.6731°W
Timezone	America/El_Salvador

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 67.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.0%
	70% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	283/sq mi
Total Area	67.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	67.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Izalco, El Salvador

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Is Izalco a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Izalco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Izalco vs U.S. Average

Income: Izalco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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