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Jequitinhonha, Brazil

Minas Gerais · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Jequitinhonha is a small city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 24,007. Elevation: 784 ft (239 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
24,007 Population
784 ft Elevation 239 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
32.6 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo Timezone
$1,454 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$1,454 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 $1,454
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

Population24,007
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,454
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population24,007
Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Coordinates-16.4339°, -41.0033°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceMinas Gerais
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (827 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,454
Median Age34.3 years

Is Jequitinhonha a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jequitinhonha is $1,454, 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

Jequitinhonha 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

Jequitinhonha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Jequitinhonha has a population of 24,007. 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

24,007
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jequitinhonha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jequitinhonha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jequitinhonha is $1,454, 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: Jequitinhonha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,454
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 Jequitinhonha, 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: Jequitinhonha 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

Jequitinhonha 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, Jequitinhonha receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Jequitinhonha 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
Jequitinhonha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.6 inches. 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 784 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.6 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Coordinates-16.4339°N, 41.0033°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
County FIPS3135803

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 4.8 in
February 76°F (25°C) 2.9 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
November 74°F (24°C) 5.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in Wettest

Jequitinhonha has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 67°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (0.5").

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 Jequitinhonha

What is the population of Jequitinhonha?

Jequitinhonha has a population of 24,007 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 Jequitinhonha expensive to live in?

Jequitinhonha 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 $1,454, 98% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Jequitinhonha safe?

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

What is the weather like in Jequitinhonha?

Jequitinhonha 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 67°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Jequitinhonha?

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

How much does housing cost in Jequitinhonha?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Jequitinhonha?

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

How healthy is Jequitinhonha?

The obesity rate in Jequitinhonha 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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