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Palmas, Brazil

Tocantins · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Palmas is a large city in Tocantins, Brazil with a population of 306,296. Elevation: 889 ft (271 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
306,296 Population
889 ft Elevation 271 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.4 in Annual Rain
America / Araguaina Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population306,296
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population306,296
Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Coordinates-10.1675°, -48.3277°
TimezoneAmerica/Araguaina
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceTocantins
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation64.4 inches (1,636 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Palmas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmas receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Palmas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Palmas has a population of 306,296. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

306,296
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palmas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmas is N/A. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Palmas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Palmas, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Coordinates-10.1675°N, 48.3277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Araguaina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 10.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 9.8 in
April 76°F (25°C) 6.1 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in Warmest
October 78°F (25°C) 6.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 8.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 9.0 in

Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 73°F in July to 78°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.4") and July the driest (0.2").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Palmas

What is the population of Palmas?

Palmas has a population of 306,296 residents and is located in Brazil.. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Palmas expensive to live in?

Palmas is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Palmas?

Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Palmas?

The unemployment rate in Palmas is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Palmas?

27.2% of adults in Palmas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Palmas?

The obesity rate in Palmas is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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