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João Costa, Brazil

Piauí · 🇧🇷 Brazil

João Costa is a small town in Piauí, Brazil with a population of 2,970. Elevation: 971 ft (296 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,970 Population
971 ft Elevation 296 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% 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

Population2,970
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population2,970
Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Coordinates-8.4901°, -42.4174°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvincePiauí
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is João Costa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, João Costa receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. João Costa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

João Costa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

João Costa has a population of 2,970. 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

2,970
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

João Costa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

João Costa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in João Costa is N/A. 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: João Costa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In João Costa, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 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).

Health Metrics: João Costa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

João Costa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.6 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 971 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Coordinates-8.4901°N, 42.4174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
February 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
March 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.1 in Warmest
November 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in

João Costa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in July to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About João Costa

What is the population of João Costa?

João Costa has a population of 2,970 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 João Costa expensive to live in?

João Costa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in João Costa?

João Costa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in João Costa?

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

How are the schools in João Costa?

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

How healthy is João Costa?

The obesity rate in João Costa 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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