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Pilpichaca, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Pilpichaca is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 673. Elevation: 13,688 ft (4,172 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
673 Population
13,688 ft Elevation 4,172 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 4°C
31.8 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

Population673
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 Temp38°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation13,688 ft (4,172 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population673
Elevation13,688 ft (4,172 m)
Coordinates-13.3302°, -74.9770°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature38°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Pilpichaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pilpichaca 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. Pilpichaca 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

Pilpichaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pilpichaca has a population of 673. 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

673
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pilpichaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pilpichaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pilpichaca 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: Pilpichaca 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 Pilpichaca, 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: Pilpichaca 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

Pilpichaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. 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 13,688 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation13,688 ft (4,172 m)
Coordinates-13.3302°N, 74.9770°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.9 in
February 40°F (5°C) 5.9 in
March 40°F (5°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
April 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
June 36°F (2°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in
September 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in

Pilpichaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 35°F in July to 40°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.2").

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 Pilpichaca

What is the population of Pilpichaca?

Pilpichaca has a population of 673 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 Pilpichaca expensive to live in?

Pilpichaca 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 Pilpichaca?

Pilpichaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pilpichaca?

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

How are the schools in Pilpichaca?

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

How healthy is Pilpichaca?

The obesity rate in Pilpichaca 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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