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La Macarena, Colombia

Meta Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

La Macarena is a small town in Meta Department, Colombia with a population of 3,466. Elevation: 751 ft (229 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,466 Population
751 ft Elevation 229 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
95.7 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

Population3,466
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain95.7 in/yr
Sunny Days162/yr
Elevation751 ft (229 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population3,466
Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Coordinates2.1827°, -73.7871°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceMeta Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation95.7 inches (2,430 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is La Macarena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Macarena receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. La Macarena 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

La Macarena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 162 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 95.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

La Macarena has a population of 3,466. 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

3,466
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

La Macarena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Macarena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Macarena 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: La Macarena 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 La Macarena, 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: La Macarena 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

La Macarena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 95.7 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 751 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days162 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall95.7 inches
152% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Coordinates2.1827°N, 73.7871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
March 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 10.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 12.1 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 11.1 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 10.0 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.9 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in

La Macarena has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 77°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 95.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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 La Macarena

What is the population of La Macarena?

La Macarena has a population of 3,466 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 La Macarena expensive to live in?

La Macarena 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 La Macarena?

La Macarena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in La Macarena?

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

How are the schools in La Macarena?

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

How healthy is La Macarena?

The obesity rate in La Macarena 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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