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Ponchiera, Italy

Lombardy · 🇮🇹 Italy

Ponchiera is a small town in Lombardy, Italy with a population of 719. Elevation: 1,591 ft (485 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
719 Population 91/sq mi density
1,591 ft Elevation 485 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$27,042 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$27,042 median income, 10.9% unemployment
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,042
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population719
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,042
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty0.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population719
Population Density91 / sq mi
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Coordinates46.1809°, 9.8721°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceLombardy
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation71.9 inches (1,825 mm)
Annual Snowfall111.7 inches (284 cm)
Median Household Income$27,042
Median Age47.3 years

Is Ponchiera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponchiera 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. Ponchiera offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ponchiera is $27,042, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, 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

Ponchiera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 71.9 inches, including 111.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Ponchiera has a population of 719 with a density of 91 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. 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

719
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponchiera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ponchiera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponchiera is $27,042, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (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: Ponchiera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,042
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% 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 Ponchiera, 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: Ponchiera 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

Ponchiera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 295 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 71.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 111.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 1,591 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.9 inches
89% above US avg
Snowfall111.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates46.1809°N, 9.8721°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome
County FIPS014061

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
May 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
June 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in

Ponchiera has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 23°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.3").

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

Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ponchiera

What is the population of Ponchiera?

Ponchiera has a population of 719 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. 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 Ponchiera expensive to live in?

Ponchiera 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 $27,042, 64% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ponchiera?

Ponchiera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches, with 111.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Ponchiera?

The job market in Ponchiera faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ponchiera?

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

How healthy is Ponchiera?

The obesity rate in Ponchiera 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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