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La Banda, Peru

San Martín Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

La Banda is a small city in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 24,932. Elevation: 1,266 ft (386 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
24,932 Population
1,266 ft Elevation 386 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
68.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

People

Population24,932
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.0%
Depression0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain68.5 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population24,932
Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)
Coordinates-6.4927°, -76.3422°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceSan Martín Department
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation68.5 inches (1,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is La Banda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Banda receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. La Banda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

La Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 68.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

La Banda has a population of 24,932. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 68.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

24,932
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

La Banda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Banda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Banda is N/A. Per capita income is $7,888 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 47.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: La Banda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living47.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In La Banda, 27.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 20.7% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.8% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: La Banda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure20.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.8%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression0.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

La Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 68.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,266 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.5 inches
80% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)
Coordinates-6.4927°N, 76.3422°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in
February 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in
March 76°F (25°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 6.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in Coldest
July 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in
August 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
October 78°F (25°C) 5.8 in
November 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
December 78°F (25°C) 4.2 in

La Banda has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 76°F in June to 78°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (3.5").

32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About La Banda

What is the population of La Banda?

La Banda has a population of 24,932 residents and is located in Peru.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is La Banda expensive to live in?

La Banda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in La Banda?

La Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in La Banda?

The unemployment rate in La Banda is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in La Banda?

32.1% of adults in La Banda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is La Banda?

The obesity rate in La Banda is 27.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 0.8% of residents report depression.

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