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Ongoy, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Ongoy is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 230. Elevation: 9,203 ft (2,805 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population
9,203 ft Elevation 2,805 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.6 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

Population230
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation9,203 ft (2,805 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population230
Elevation9,203 ft (2,805 m)
Coordinates-13.4036°, -73.6697°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Ongoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ongoy 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. Ongoy 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

Ongoy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 360 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Ongoy has a population of 230. 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

230
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ongoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ongoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ongoy 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: Ongoy 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 Ongoy, 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: Ongoy 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

Ongoy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 18.6 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 9,203 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,203 ft (2,805 m)
Coordinates-13.4036°N, 73.6697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in Warmest
February 55°F (13°C) 6.6 in Wettest
March 55°F (13°C) 6.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
August 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
November 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in

Ongoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 52°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.6").

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 Ongoy

What is the population of Ongoy?

Ongoy has a population of 230 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 Ongoy expensive to live in?

Ongoy 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 Ongoy?

Ongoy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Ongoy?

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

How are the schools in Ongoy?

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

How healthy is Ongoy?

The obesity rate in Ongoy 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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