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Picoy, Peru

Junin · 🇵🇪 Peru

Picoy is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 627. Elevation: 10,059 ft (3,066 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
627 Population
10,059 ft Elevation 3,066 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 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

Population627
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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation10,059 ft (3,066 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population627
Elevation10,059 ft (3,066 m)
Coordinates-11.3259°, -75.6889°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Picoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Picoy 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. Picoy 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

Picoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 337 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Picoy has a population of 627. 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

627
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Picoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Picoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Picoy 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: Picoy 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 Picoy, 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: Picoy 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

Picoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 10,059 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation10,059 ft (3,066 m)
Coordinates-11.3259°N, 75.6889°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
February 47°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Warmest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in

Picoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 41°F in July to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.5").

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 Picoy

What is the population of Picoy?

Picoy has a population of 627 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 Picoy expensive to live in?

Picoy 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 Picoy?

Picoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Picoy?

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

How are the schools in Picoy?

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

How healthy is Picoy?

The obesity rate in Picoy 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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