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Orocuina, Honduras

Choluteca Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Orocuina is a small town in Choluteca Department, Honduras with a population of 1,655. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,655 Population
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
50.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
37% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population1,655
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,227
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.4%
Depression6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,655
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates13.4817°, -87.1050°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCholuteca Department
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,292 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Orocuina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orocuina receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Orocuina faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Orocuina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Orocuina has a population of 1,655. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,655
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Orocuina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orocuina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orocuina is N/A. Per capita income is $3,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Orocuina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
37% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living45.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Orocuina, 29.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 3.1% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression6.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Orocuina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates13.4817°N, 87.1050°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 8.3 in
June 80°F (26°C) 9.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.0 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in Coldest
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in

Orocuina has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in November to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.0") and February the driest (0.1").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 58.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orocuina

What is the population of Orocuina?

Orocuina has a population of 1,655 residents and is located in Honduras.. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Orocuina expensive to live in?

Orocuina is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 45.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Orocuina?

Orocuina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Orocuina?

Orocuina has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Orocuina?

10.0% of adults in Orocuina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Orocuina?

The obesity rate in Orocuina is 29.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 6.6% of residents report depression.

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