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Magtaking, Philippines

Ilocos · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Magtaking is a small city in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 5,946. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,946 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
111.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population5,946
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain111.3 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population5,946
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates15.9854°, 120.1832°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceIlocos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation111.3 inches (2,826 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Magtaking a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magtaking receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Magtaking has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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

Magtaking has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 111.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Magtaking has a population of 5,946. 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

5,946
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Magtaking vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magtaking vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magtaking is N/A. 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: Magtaking vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Magtaking, 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: Magtaking 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

Magtaking has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 111.3 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall111.3 inches
193% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates15.9854°N, 120.1832°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 2.5 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 9.6 in
June 83°F (29°C) 14.1 in
July 80°F (26°C) 19.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 25.6 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 16.1 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
December 80°F (26°C) 1.0 in Coldest

Magtaking has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 80°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 100.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (25.6") and January the driest (0.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Magtaking

What is the population of Magtaking?

Magtaking has a population of 5,946 residents and is located in Philippines.. 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 Magtaking expensive to live in?

Magtaking is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Magtaking?

Magtaking has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Magtaking?

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

How are the schools in Magtaking?

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

How healthy is Magtaking?

The obesity rate in Magtaking 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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