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Leon Postigo, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Leon Postigo is a small town in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 3,771. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,771 Population 38/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
102.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
$3,900 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$3,900 median income, 2.2% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $3,900
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population3,771
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B
Median Income$3,900
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain102.1 in/yr
Sunny Days153/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population3,771
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates8.1551°, 122.9311°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation102.1 inches (2,593 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,900
Median Age25.7 years

Is Leon Postigo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leon Postigo receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Leon Postigo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leon Postigo is $3,900, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Leon Postigo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 153 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 102.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Leon Postigo has a population of 3,771 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 98.7 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,771
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
98.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Leon Postigo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Leon Postigo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leon Postigo is $3,900, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Leon Postigo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$3,900
95% below US avg
Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Leon Postigo, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Leon Postigo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Leon Postigo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 102.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days153 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall102.1 inches
169% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area98.7 sq mi (255.5 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates8.1551°N, 122.9311°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 3.2 in
February 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.9 in
December 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in

Leon Postigo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in February to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 102.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (2.8").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area98.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Leon Postigo

What is the population of Leon Postigo?

Leon Postigo has a population of 3,771 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 98.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Leon Postigo expensive to live in?

Leon Postigo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $3,900, 95% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Leon Postigo?

Leon Postigo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Leon Postigo?

The job market in Leon Postigo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Leon Postigo?

21.3% of adults in Leon Postigo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Leon Postigo?

The obesity rate in Leon Postigo is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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