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Pacobamba, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Pacobamba is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 373. Elevation: 8,999 ft (2,743 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
373 Population
8,999 ft Elevation 2,743 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.4 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

Population373
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation8,999 ft (2,743 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population373
Elevation8,999 ft (2,743 m)
Coordinates-13.6164°, -73.0861°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Pacobamba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pacobamba 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. Pacobamba 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

Pacobamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pacobamba has a population of 373. 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

373
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pacobamba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pacobamba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pacobamba 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: Pacobamba 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 Pacobamba, 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: Pacobamba 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

Pacobamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 25.4 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 8,999 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation8,999 ft (2,743 m)
Coordinates-13.6164°N, 73.0861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 7.8 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 8.1 in Wettest
March 58°F (14°C) 7.3 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
November 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
December 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in

Pacobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 50°F in January to 59°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.1") and June the driest (0.7").

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 Pacobamba

What is the population of Pacobamba?

Pacobamba has a population of 373 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 Pacobamba expensive to live in?

Pacobamba 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 Pacobamba?

Pacobamba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pacobamba?

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

How are the schools in Pacobamba?

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

How healthy is Pacobamba?

The obesity rate in Pacobamba 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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