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Palmar, Colombia

Santander Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Palmar is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 360. Elevation: 2,976 ft (907 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
360 Population
2,976 ft Elevation 907 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
72.1 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population360
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain72.1 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population360
Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)
Coordinates6.5377°, -73.2923°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceSantander Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation72.1 inches (1,831 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Palmar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmar receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Palmar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Palmar has a population of 360. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

360
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmar is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Palmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Palmar, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,976 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.1 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)
Coordinates6.5377°N, 73.2923°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
March 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 8.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 8.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 6.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in
September 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 10.1 in Coldest, Wettest
November 72°F (22°C) 6.6 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in

Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 71°F in October to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (2.2").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Palmar

What is the population of Palmar?

Palmar has a population of 360 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Palmar expensive to live in?

Palmar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Palmar?

Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Palmar?

The job market in Palmar faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Palmar?

26.7% of adults in Palmar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Palmar?

The obesity rate in Palmar is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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