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Otra Banda, Dominican Republic

La Altagracia Province · 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Otra Banda is a small city in La Altagracia Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 6,071. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
6,071 Population
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.3 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population6,071
Median Age28.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,630
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.6%
Population6,071
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates18.6502°, -68.6628°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvinceLa Altagracia Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.3 inches (1,353 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.1 years

Is Otra Banda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otra Banda receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Otra Banda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Otra Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Otra Banda has a population of 6,071. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,071
Total Population
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Otra Banda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Otra Banda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otra Banda is N/A. Per capita income is $10,630 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (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 39.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Otra Banda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Otra Banda, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 49.1% have high blood pressure. 5.2% report binge drinking. 1.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Otra Banda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure49.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking5.2%
Depression1.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Otra Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates18.6502°N, 68.6628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
April 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in
May 80°F (26°C) 6.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
December 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in

Otra Banda has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (2.6").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Otra Banda

What is the population of Otra Banda?

Otra Banda has a population of 6,071 residents and is located in Dominican Republic.. The median age of residents is 28.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Otra Banda expensive to live in?

Otra Banda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Otra Banda?

Otra Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Otra Banda?

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

How are the schools in Otra Banda?

15.0% of adults in Otra Banda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Otra Banda?

The obesity rate in Otra Banda is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 1.5% of residents report depression.

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