Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.4%

15% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.3%

41% lower than US avg

People

Population289,141

Median Age28.0 yrs

Density12,495/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$6,738

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty7.3%

Health

Obesity27.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.5%

Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)

AQI11 (Good)

Rain78.7 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+96.3%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband72.7%

Population	289,141
Population Density	12,495 / sq mi
Elevation	52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates	-3.2589°, -79.9588°
Timezone	America/Guayaquil
Country	🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / Province	El Oro
Average Temperature	78°F (26°C)
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	78.7 inches (1,999 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	28.0 years

Is Machala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Machala receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Machala has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Machala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 78.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Machala has a population of 289,141 with a density of 12,495 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

289,141

Total Population

12,495

People / sq mi

28.0yrs

Median Age

28% below US avg

23.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Machala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Machala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Machala is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Machala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$6,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.3%
	41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	43.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Machala, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 7.4% report depression. 86.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.4%
	15% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
High Blood Pressure	27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.5%
	32% below US avg
Binge Drinking	2.7%
Physical Inactivity	86.5%
Depression	7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.0%

Food & Exercise

Machala has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 78.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	78.4°F
	45% above US avg
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	78.7 inches
	107% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	11.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.7%

Geography

Elevation	52 ft (16 m)
Area	23.1 sq mi (59.9 km²)
Population Density	12,495/sq mi
Coordinates	-3.2589°N, 79.9588°W
Timezone	America/Guayaquil

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 72.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	96.3%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	12,495/sq mi
Total Area	23.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Machala, Ecuador

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Economy

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Is Machala a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Machala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Machala vs U.S. Average

Income: Machala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Machala 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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