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Mamara, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Mamara is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 663. Elevation: 11,795 ft (3,595 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
663 Population
11,795 ft Elevation 3,595 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 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

Population663
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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population663
Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)
Coordinates-14.2291°, -72.5904°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,445 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.8 inches (170 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Mamara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mamara 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. Mamara 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

Mamara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches, including 66.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mamara has a population of 663. 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

663
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mamara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mamara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mamara 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: Mamara 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 Mamara, 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: Mamara 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

Mamara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 11,795 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall66.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)
Coordinates-14.2291°N, 72.5904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 38°F (3°C)
7.6"
Feb 46°F (8°C)
7.4"
Mar 46°F (8°C)
7.2"
Apr 45°F (7°C)
2.4"
May 43°F (6°C)
0.6"
Jun 41°F (5°C)
0.2"
Jul 41°F (5°C)
0.3"
Aug 41°F (5°C)
0.4"
Sep 44°F (7°C)
1.3"
Oct 46°F (8°C)
1.5"
Nov 46°F (8°C)
2.5"
Dec 46°F (8°C)
4.3"

The warmest month is December at 46°F, while the coldest is January at 38°F — a seasonal swing of 9°F. January sees the most rain (7.6"), while June is the driest (0.2").

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

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