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Placanica, Italy

Calabria · 🇮🇹 Italy

Placanica is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 695. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
695 Population
787 ft Elevation 240 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$12,619 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$12,619 median income, 16.3% unemployment
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,619
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.3%
353% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population695
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$12,619
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment16.3%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population695
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates38.4108°, 16.4527°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceCalabria
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (848 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$12,619
Median Age47.3 years

Is Placanica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Placanica receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes. Placanica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Placanica is $12,619, 83% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Placanica enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Placanica has a population of 695. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

695
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Placanica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Placanica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Placanica is $12,619, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 16.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Placanica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,619
83% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.3%
353% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Placanica, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Placanica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 331 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 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates38.4108°N, 16.4527°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome
County FIPS080059

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
February 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.0 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in

Placanica has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 48°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.7").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Placanica

What is the population of Placanica?

Placanica has a population of 695 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Placanica expensive to live in?

Placanica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $12,619, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Placanica?

Placanica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Placanica?

The job market in Placanica faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Placanica?

34.2% of adults in Placanica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Placanica?

The obesity rate in Placanica is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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