Bachelor's+ 35.2%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 22.7%

29% lower than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

48% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.7%

22% lower than US avg

People

Population28,176

Median Age31.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$3,617

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty9.7%

Health

Obesity22.7%

UninsuredN/A

Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI11 (Good)

Rain46.1 in/yr

Sunny Days252/yr

Elevation3,465 ft (1,056 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.2%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband61.6%

Population	28,176
Elevation	3,465 ft (1,056 m)
Coordinates	8.5046°, -71.3894°
Timezone	America/Caracas
Country	🇻🇪 Venezuela
State / Province	Mérida
Average Temperature	64°F (18°C)
January Average	61°F (16°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	46.1 inches (1,171 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	31.0 years

Is Lagunillas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lagunillas receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lagunillas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lagunillas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Lagunillas has a population of 28,176. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,176

Total Population

31.0yrs

Median Age

20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lagunillas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Lagunillas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lagunillas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lagunillas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$3,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	48% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.7%
	22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	19.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lagunillas, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 88.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	22.7%
	29% below US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	39.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health


Binge Drinking	2.3%
Physical Inactivity	88.8%
Depression	16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	75.0%

Food & Exercise

Lagunillas has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	63.6°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	61°F (16°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.1 inches
	21% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	11.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.8%

Geography

Elevation	3,465 ft (1,056 m)
Coordinates	8.5046°N, 71.3894°W
Timezone	America/Caracas

35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 61.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.2%
	4% above US avg
High School+	90.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Lagunillas, Venezuela

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Is Lagunillas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lagunillas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lagunillas vs U.S. Average

Income: Lagunillas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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