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Monterrico, Peru

Cuzco Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Monterrico is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 551. Elevation: 2,156 ft (657 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
551 Population
2,156 ft Elevation 657 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
69.7 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

Population551
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain69.7 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population551
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Coordinates-12.8248°, -73.5920°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation69.7 inches (1,771 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Monterrico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monterrico 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. Monterrico 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

Monterrico has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July. With 340 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 69.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Monterrico has a population of 551. 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

551
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Monterrico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Monterrico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monterrico 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: Monterrico 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 Monterrico, 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: Monterrico 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

Monterrico has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 69.7 inches (wetter 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 2,156 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average37.6°F
30% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.7 inches
83% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Coordinates-12.8248°N, 73.5920°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.0 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 8.1 in
March 69°F (20°C) 8.1 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in Warmest
November 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
December 69°F (21°C) 6.1 in

Monterrico has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 37°F in January to 70°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.1") and June the driest (1.1").

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 Monterrico

What is the population of Monterrico?

Monterrico has a population of 551 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 Monterrico expensive to live in?

Monterrico 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 Monterrico?

Monterrico has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Monterrico?

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

How are the schools in Monterrico?

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

How healthy is Monterrico?

The obesity rate in Monterrico 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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