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Pomacocha, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Pomacocha is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 408. Elevation: 11,634 ft (3,546 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
408 Population
11,634 ft Elevation 3,546 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
64.6 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

Population408
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation11,634 ft (3,546 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population408
Elevation11,634 ft (3,546 m)
Coordinates-12.8741°, -74.5316°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation64.6 inches (1,640 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.7 inches (91 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Pomacocha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pomacocha 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. Pomacocha 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

Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 362 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pomacocha has a population of 408. 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

408
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pomacocha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pomacocha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pomacocha 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: Pomacocha 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 Pomacocha, 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: Pomacocha 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

Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 64.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 35.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 11,634 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.6 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,634 ft (3,546 m)
Coordinates-12.8741°N, 74.5316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.7 in Wettest
March 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in

Pomacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 41°F in January to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.4").

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 Pomacocha

What is the population of Pomacocha?

Pomacocha has a population of 408 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 Pomacocha expensive to live in?

Pomacocha 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 Pomacocha?

Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pomacocha?

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

How are the schools in Pomacocha?

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

How healthy is Pomacocha?

The obesity rate in Pomacocha 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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