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Poção de Pedras, Brazil

Maranhão · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Poção de Pedras is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 17,161. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
17,161 Population
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
66.1 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population17,161
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population17,161
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates-4.7518°, -44.9439°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceMaranhão
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation66.1 inches (1,680 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Poção de Pedras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poção de Pedras receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Poção de Pedras offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Poção de Pedras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Poção de Pedras has a population of 17,161. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,161
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Poção de Pedras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poção de Pedras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poção de Pedras is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Poção de Pedras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Poção de Pedras, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% are current smokers. 10.6% report depression. 83.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Poção de Pedras vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Poção de Pedras has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.1 inches. The area enjoys 220 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.1 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates-4.7518°N, 44.9439°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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