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Matos Costa, Brazil

Santa Catarina · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Matos Costa is a small town in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 2,761. Elevation: 3,960 ft (1,207 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,761 Population
3,960 ft Elevation 1,207 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
64.1 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo Timezone
$2,310 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,310 median income, 6.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,310
97% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 19/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population2,761
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,310
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent19/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder19.3/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%
Heart Disease14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation3,960 ft (1,207 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population2,761
Elevation3,960 ft (1,207 m)
Coordinates-26.4731°, -51.1483°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceSanta Catarina
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation64.1 inches (1,628 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,310
Median Age34.3 years

Is Matos Costa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matos Costa receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Matos Costa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matos Costa is $2,310, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Matos Costa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Matos Costa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Matos Costa has a population of 2,761. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,761
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Matos Costa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matos Costa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matos Costa is $2,310, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Matos Costa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,310
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied27.9%

Property Tax

In Matos Costa, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 14.5% of residents, above the national average. 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Matos Costa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease14.5%
High Blood Pressure45.0%
COPD19.8%
Kidney Disease32.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%
Mental Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Premature Death145/100K

Food & Exercise

Matos Costa has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 19.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Matos Costa receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Matos Costa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.3/100K
95% below US avg
Murder19.3/100K
206% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Matos Costa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,960 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation3,960 ft (1,207 m)
Coordinates-26.4731°N, 51.1483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
County FIPS4210704

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Warmest
February 67°F (20°C) 6.0 in
March 65°F (18°C) 5.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
June 52°F (11°C) 5.1 in
July 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 6.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 6.5 in Wettest
November 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in
December 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in

Matos Costa has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 52°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 64.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (3.9").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Matos Costa

What is the population of Matos Costa?

Matos Costa has a population of 2,761 residents and is located in Brazil.. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Matos Costa expensive to live in?

Matos Costa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,310, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Matos Costa safe?

Matos Costa is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Matos Costa receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Matos Costa?

Matos Costa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Matos Costa?

The unemployment rate in Matos Costa is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Matos Costa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Matos Costa?

27.2% of adults in Matos Costa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Matos Costa?

The obesity rate in Matos Costa is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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