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Ocobamba, Peru

Cuzco Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Ocobamba is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 168. Elevation: 7,201 ft (2,195 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
168 Population
7,201 ft Elevation 2,195 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
131.8 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

Population168
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)
Rain131.8 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation7,201 ft (2,195 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population168
Elevation7,201 ft (2,195 m)
Coordinates-12.8720°, -72.4473°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation131.8 inches (3,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.2 inches (3 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Ocobamba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocobamba 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. Ocobamba 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

Ocobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 131.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Ocobamba has a population of 168. 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

168
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocobamba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ocobamba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocobamba 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: Ocobamba 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 Ocobamba, 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: Ocobamba 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

Ocobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 131.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. 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 7,201 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall131.8 inches
247% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation7,201 ft (2,195 m)
Coordinates-12.8720°N, 72.4473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 7.8 in
February 61°F (16°C) 8.2 in Wettest
March 61°F (16°C) 7.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest
November 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 6.5 in

Ocobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 39°F in July to 63°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.2") and June the driest (0.9").

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 Ocobamba

What is the population of Ocobamba?

Ocobamba has a population of 168 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 Ocobamba expensive to live in?

Ocobamba 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 Ocobamba?

Ocobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.8 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Ocobamba?

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

How are the schools in Ocobamba?

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

How healthy is Ocobamba?

The obesity rate in Ocobamba 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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