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Piura, Peru

Piura · 🇵🇪 Peru

Piura is a large city in Piura, Peru with a population of 484,475. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
484,475 Population 2,020/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.0 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

Population484,475
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density2,020/mi²
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population484,475
Population Density2,020 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-5.1819°, -80.6572°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePiura
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation46.0 inches (1,169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Piura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piura 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. Piura 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

Piura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 355 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Piura has a population of 484,475 with a density of 2,020 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

484,475
Total Population
2,020
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
239.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Piura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Piura vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piura is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Piura 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 Piura, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% are current smokers. 0.8% report depression. 84.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Piura 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

Piura has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. The area enjoys 355 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area239.9 sq mi (621.2 km²)
Population Density2,020/sq mi
Coordinates-5.1819°N, 80.6572°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,020/sq mi
Total Area239.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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