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Olaya, Colombia

Antioquia · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Olaya is a small town in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 710. Elevation: 1,604 ft (489 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
710 Population
1,604 ft Elevation 489 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
95.9 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population710
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain95.9 in/yr
Sunny Days163/yr
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population710
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Coordinates6.6277°, -75.8127°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceAntioquia
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation95.9 inches (2,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Olaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olaya receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Olaya offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Olaya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 163 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 95.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Olaya has a population of 710. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

710
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Olaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Olaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olaya is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Olaya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Olaya, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Olaya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Olaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 95.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,604 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days163 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall95.9 inches
152% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Coordinates6.6277°N, 75.8127°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest
April 71°F (21°C) 9.6 in
May 70°F (21°C) 10.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in
August 70°F (21°C) 9.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 9.6 in
October 69°F (20°C) 13.5 in Coldest, Wettest
November 69°F (20°C) 8.9 in
December 69°F (20°C) 5.1 in

Olaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 69°F in October to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 95.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (2.6").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Olaya

What is the population of Olaya?

Olaya has a population of 710 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Olaya expensive to live in?

Olaya is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Olaya?

Olaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Olaya?

The job market in Olaya faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Olaya?

26.7% of adults in Olaya hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Olaya?

The obesity rate in Olaya is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

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