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Mollebaya, Peru

Arequipa · 🇵🇪 Peru

Mollebaya is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 426. Elevation: 9,045 ft (2,757 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
426 Population
9,045 ft Elevation 2,757 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.4 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

Population426
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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation9,045 ft (2,757 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population426
Elevation9,045 ft (2,757 m)
Coordinates-16.4875°, -71.4666°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (595 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Mollebaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mollebaya 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. Mollebaya 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

Mollebaya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mollebaya has a population of 426. 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

426
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mollebaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mollebaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mollebaya 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: Mollebaya 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 Mollebaya, 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: Mollebaya 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

Mollebaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 9,045 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,045 ft (2,757 m)
Coordinates-16.4875°N, 71.4666°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
February 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in Wettest
March 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.0 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 51°F (10°C) 0.1 in
September 53°F (11°C) 0.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in

Mollebaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 51°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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 Mollebaya

What is the population of Mollebaya?

Mollebaya has a population of 426 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 Mollebaya expensive to live in?

Mollebaya 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 Mollebaya?

Mollebaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Mollebaya?

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

How are the schools in Mollebaya?

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

How healthy is Mollebaya?

The obesity rate in Mollebaya 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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