Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.0%

149% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population46,091

Median Age35.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$17,067

Unemployment9.0%

Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking23.3%

Depression10.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Rain44.3 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+96.4%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband94.5%

Population	46,091
Elevation	79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates	-36.7408°, -72.9953°
Timezone	America/Santiago
Country	🇨🇱 Chile
State / Province	Biobío
Average Temperature	54°F (12°C)
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation	44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	35.5 years

Is Penco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penco receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Penco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Penco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Penco has a population of 46,091. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

46,091

Total Population

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Penco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Penco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penco is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Penco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$17,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.0%
	149% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Penco, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% are current smokers. 10.8% report depression. 87.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	7.9%
Physical Inactivity	87.6%
Depression	10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Food & Exercise

Penco has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)

Annual Average	53.8°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.3 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	28.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.4%

Geography

Elevation	79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates	-36.7408°N, 72.9953°W
Timezone	America/Santiago

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	96.4%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Penco, Chile

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Is Penco a Good Place to Live?

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Penco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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Penco vs U.S. Average

Income: Penco vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

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Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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