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Pamplona, Colombia

Norte de Santander Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Pamplona is a mid-size city in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 53,587. Elevation: 7,526 ft (2,294 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
53,587 Population
7,526 ft Elevation 2,294 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
49.6 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

Population53,587
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation7,526 ft (2,294 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population53,587
Elevation7,526 ft (2,294 m)
Coordinates7.3757°, -72.6480°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceNorte de Santander Department
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,260 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Pamplona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pamplona receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Pamplona 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

Pamplona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Pamplona has a population of 53,587. 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

53,587
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pamplona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pamplona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pamplona 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: Pamplona 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 Pamplona, 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: Pamplona 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

Pamplona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 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 7,526 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation7,526 ft (2,294 m)
Coordinates7.3757°N, 72.6480°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 56°F (14°C) 1.5 in
March 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.5 in
May 58°F (15°C) 6.2 in Warmest
June 58°F (14°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in
August 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 58°F (14°C) 6.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
December 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in

Pamplona has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 56°F in January to 58°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") and January the driest (1.1").

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 Pamplona

What is the population of Pamplona?

Pamplona has a population of 53,587 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 Pamplona expensive to live in?

Pamplona 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 Pamplona?

Pamplona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Pamplona?

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

How are the schools in Pamplona?

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

How healthy is Pamplona?

The obesity rate in Pamplona 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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