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Orcera, Spain

Andalusia · 🇪🇸 Spain

Orcera is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 2,116. Elevation: 2,490 ft (759 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,116 Population
2,490 ft Elevation 759 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
20.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,493 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$650/mo rent
A
Safety
4.3 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,493
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.7%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
188% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population2,116
Median Age44.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493
Per Capita$33,493
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty0.8%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder0.7/100K

Health

Obesity15.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.2%
Depression9.4%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI60 (Moderate)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.5%
Population2,116
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Coordinates38.3174°, -2.6649°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceAndalusia
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (520 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

Is Orcera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orcera receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Orcera offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orcera is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Orcera is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Orcera experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60.

Orcera has a population of 2,116. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,116
Total Population
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Orcera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orcera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orcera is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,493 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Orcera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
188% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Renter-Occupied24.9%

Property Tax

In Orcera, 15.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.3% of residents, above the national average. 27.2% have high blood pressure. 26.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 76.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.7%
51% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
COPD0.6%
Kidney Disease0.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.2%
87% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity76.6%
Depression9.4%
Mental Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Premature Death93/100K

Food & Exercise

Orcera has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 0.7 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Orcera receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Orcera vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.7/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.7/100K
89% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.3 / 5.0
Orcera experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,490 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median60.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %78.6%

Geography

Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Coordinates38.3174°N, 2.6649°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Orcera has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 37°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.4").

42.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.3/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orcera

What is the population of Orcera?

Orcera has a population of 2,116 residents and is located in Spain.. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Orcera expensive to live in?

Orcera is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Orcera safe?

Orcera is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Orcera receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Orcera?

Orcera has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 60.

How is the job market in Orcera?

The job market in Orcera faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Orcera?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $650.

How are the schools in Orcera?

42.2% of adults in Orcera hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Orcera?

The obesity rate in Orcera is 15.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 26.2% of adults are smokers. 76.6% are physically inactive. 9.4% of residents report depression.

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