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Jaicós, Brazil

Piauí · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Jaicós is a small city in Piauí, Brazil with a population of 17,527. Elevation: 951 ft (290 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
17,527 Population
951 ft Elevation 290 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
16.4 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
$1,248 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$1,248 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 $1,248
98% 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

Population17,527
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,248
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population17,527
Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Coordinates-7.3592°, -41.1378°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvincePiauí
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation16.4 inches (416 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,248
Median Age34.3 years

Is Jaicós a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jaicós 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. Jaicós has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jaicós is $1,248, 98% 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

Jaicós 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

Jaicós has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Jaicós has a population of 17,527. 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

17,527
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jaicós vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jaicós vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jaicós is $1,248, which is 98% 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: Jaicós vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,248
98% 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 Jaicós, 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: Jaicós 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

Jaicós 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, Jaicós receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Jaicós 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
Jaicós has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 16.4 inches (drier 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 951 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.3°F
52% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.4 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Coordinates-7.3592°N, 41.1378°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
County FIPS2205201

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
March 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
June 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
August 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in

Jaicós has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in June to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (0.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jaicós

What is the population of Jaicós?

Jaicós has a population of 17,527 residents and is located in Brazil.. 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 Jaicós expensive to live in?

Jaicós 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 $1,248, 98% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Jaicós safe?

Jaicós 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, Jaicós receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Jaicós?

Jaicós has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Jaicós?

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

How much does housing cost in Jaicós?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Jaicós?

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

How healthy is Jaicós?

The obesity rate in Jaicós 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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