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Píllaro, Ecuador

Tungurahua Province · 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Píllaro is a small city in Tungurahua Province, Ecuador with a population of 7,462. Elevation: 9,216 ft (2,809 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
7,462 Population
9,216 ft Elevation 2,809 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
America / Guayaquil Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

People

Population7,462
Median Age28.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,738
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.3%

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation9,216 ft (2,809 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+96.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population7,462
Elevation9,216 ft (2,809 m)
Coordinates-1.1738°, -78.5509°
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Country🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / ProvinceTungurahua Province
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Píllaro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Píllaro receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Píllaro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Píllaro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Píllaro has a population of 7,462. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.9% male. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,462
Total Population
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Píllaro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Píllaro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Píllaro is N/A. Per capita income is $6,738 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Píllaro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Píllaro, 27.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.2% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.7% report binge drinking. 86.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.7%
Physical Inactivity86.5%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Píllaro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,216 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.7%

Geography

Elevation9,216 ft (2,809 m)
Coordinates-1.1738°N, 78.5509°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
March 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
July 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in Warmest
December 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in

Píllaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 39°F in July to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (1.5").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+96.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Píllaro

What is the population of Píllaro?

Píllaro has a population of 7,462 residents and is located in Ecuador.. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.9% male.

Is Píllaro expensive to live in?

Píllaro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Píllaro?

Píllaro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Píllaro?

Píllaro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Píllaro?

15.0% of adults in Píllaro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Píllaro?

The obesity rate in Píllaro is 27.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 86.5% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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