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Pampamarca, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Pampamarca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 520. Elevation: 11,175 ft (3,406 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
520 Population
11,175 ft Elevation 3,406 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
50.7 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

Population520
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population520
Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)
Coordinates-14.4275°, -73.2068°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation50.7 inches (1,288 mm)
Annual Snowfall177.1 inches (450 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Pampamarca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pampamarca 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. Pampamarca 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

Pampamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 177.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pampamarca has a population of 520. 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

520
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pampamarca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pampamarca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pampamarca 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: Pampamarca 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 Pampamarca, 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: Pampamarca 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

Pampamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 39°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 50.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 177.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 11,175 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall177.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)
Coordinates-14.4275°N, 73.2068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 7.4 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 7.1 in
March 45°F (7°C) 7.7 in Wettest
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
June 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
August 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
September 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in Warmest

Pampamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 38°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.7") and June the driest (0.4").

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 Pampamarca

What is the population of Pampamarca?

Pampamarca has a population of 520 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 Pampamarca expensive to live in?

Pampamarca 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 Pampamarca?

Pampamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches, with 177.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pampamarca?

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

How are the schools in Pampamarca?

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

How healthy is Pampamarca?

The obesity rate in Pampamarca 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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