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Jericó, Colombia

Boyacá · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Jericó is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 865. Elevation: 10,089 ft (3,075 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
865 Population
10,089 ft Elevation 3,075 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population865
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation10,089 ft (3,075 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population865
Elevation10,089 ft (3,075 m)
Coordinates6.1459°, -72.5708°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,223 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Jericó a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jericó receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Jericó offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jericó experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Jericó has a population of 865. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

865
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jericó vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jericó vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jericó is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jericó vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jericó, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Jericó experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 10,089 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation10,089 ft (3,075 m)
Coordinates6.1459°N, 72.5708°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 53°F (11°C) 1.8 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in Warmest
April 53°F (12°C) 6.1 in Wettest
May 53°F (11°C) 5.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
July 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 5.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in

Jericó has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 51°F in July to 53°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.7").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jericó

What is the population of Jericó?

Jericó has a population of 865 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Jericó expensive to live in?

Jericó is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jericó?

Jericó has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Jericó?

The job market in Jericó faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Jericó?

26.7% of adults in Jericó hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Jericó?

The obesity rate in Jericó is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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