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Oxamarca, Peru

Cajamarca Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Oxamarca is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 449. Elevation: 9,810 ft (2,990 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
449 Population
9,810 ft Elevation 2,990 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
47.2 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

Population449
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population449
Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)
Coordinates-7.0419°, -78.0680°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Oxamarca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxamarca 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. Oxamarca 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

Oxamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. With 341 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Oxamarca has a population of 449. 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

449
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxamarca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oxamarca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxamarca 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: Oxamarca 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 Oxamarca, 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: Oxamarca 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

Oxamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 47.2 inches (wetter 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 9,810 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)
Coordinates-7.0419°N, 78.0680°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.4 in
March 55°F (13°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
July 45°F (7°C) 1.1 in
August 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in Warmest
December 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in

Oxamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 40°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and August the driest (1.0").

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 Oxamarca

What is the population of Oxamarca?

Oxamarca has a population of 449 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 Oxamarca expensive to live in?

Oxamarca 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 Oxamarca?

Oxamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Oxamarca?

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

How are the schools in Oxamarca?

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

How healthy is Oxamarca?

The obesity rate in Oxamarca 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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