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Lucma, Peru

Ancash · 🇵🇪 Peru

Lucma is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 146. Elevation: 11,316 ft (3,449 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
146 Population
11,316 ft Elevation 3,449 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
43.1 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

Population146
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation11,316 ft (3,449 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population146
Elevation11,316 ft (3,449 m)
Coordinates-8.9194°, -77.4110°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation43.1 inches (1,094 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Lucma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lucma 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. Lucma 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

Lucma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lucma has a population of 146. 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

146
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lucma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lucma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lucma 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: Lucma 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 Lucma, 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: Lucma 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

Lucma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 43.1 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. 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 11,316 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,316 ft (3,449 m)
Coordinates-8.9194°N, 77.4110°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
August 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in

Lucma has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 43°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").

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 Lucma

What is the population of Lucma?

Lucma has a population of 146 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 Lucma expensive to live in?

Lucma 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 Lucma?

Lucma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lucma?

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

How are the schools in Lucma?

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

How healthy is Lucma?

The obesity rate in Lucma 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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