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Pejibaye, Costa Rica

Cartago Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Pejibaye is a small town in Cartago Province, Costa Rica with a population of 1,630. Elevation: 2,192 ft (668 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,630 Population 24/sq mi density
2,192 ft Elevation 668 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
132.2 in Annual Rain
America / Costa Rica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
90% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population1,630
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,942
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain132.2 in/yr
Sunny Days110/yr
Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population1,630
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)
Coordinates9.8125°, -83.7038°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceCartago Province
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation132.2 inches (3,358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Pejibaye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pejibaye receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pejibaye has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pejibaye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 110 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 132.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Pejibaye has a population of 1,630 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 66.9 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,630
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
66.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pejibaye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pejibaye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pejibaye is N/A. Per capita income is $16,942 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pejibaye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
90% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pejibaye, 31.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. 37.8% have high blood pressure. 6.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Pejibaye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 132.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 83% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,192 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days110 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall132.2 inches
248% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)
Area66.9 sq mi (173.2 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates9.8125°N, 83.7038°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 9.3 in
February 64°F (18°C) 5.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in Driest
April 67°F (19°C) 6.6 in Warmest
May 66°F (19°C) 12.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 14.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 12.0 in
August 66°F (19°C) 13.6 in
September 65°F (18°C) 15.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 15.5 in Wettest
November 64°F (18°C) 12.4 in
December 63°F (17°C) 10.7 in Coldest

Pejibaye has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 63°F in December to 67°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 132.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.5") and March the driest (4.8").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area66.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pejibaye

What is the population of Pejibaye?

Pejibaye has a population of 1,630 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 66.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Pejibaye expensive to live in?

Pejibaye is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pejibaye?

Pejibaye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 54.

How is the job market in Pejibaye?

The unemployment rate in Pejibaye is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Pejibaye?

22.0% of adults in Pejibaye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pejibaye?

The obesity rate in Pejibaye is 31.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.5% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 7.6% of residents report depression.

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