Pontes e Lacerda, Brazil

Mato Grosso · Brazil

Pontes e Lacerda is a mid-size city in Mato Grosso, Brazil with a population of 54,795. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

54,795 Population 11/sq mi density

810 ft Elevation 247 meters

78°F Avg Temperature 26°C

61.3 in Annual Rain

America / Cuiaba Timezone

$2,823 Median Income

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$2,823 median income, 6.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$250/mo rent

Safety

2.0 / 5.0

19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $2,823

96% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 19/100K

95% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.2%

19% lower than US avg

Median Rent $250

79% 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

Population54,795

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density11/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+

Median Income$2,823

Per Capita$10,378

Unemployment6.0%

Poverty3.8%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$250

Ownership72.1%

Crime

Violent19/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder19.3/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking10.1%

Depression10.6%

Heart Disease14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)

AQI56 (Moderate)

Rain61.3 in/yr

Sunny Days225/yr

Elevation810 ft (247 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.2%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband84.2%

Population	54,795
Population Density	11 / sq mi
Elevation	810 ft (247 m)
Coordinates	-15.2261°, -59.3353°
Timezone	America/Cuiaba
Country	🇧🇷 Brazil
State / Province	Mato Grosso
Average Temperature	78°F (26°C)
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	61.3 inches (1,558 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$2,823
Median Age	34.3 years

Is Pontes e Lacerda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pontes e Lacerda receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pontes e Lacerda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pontes e Lacerda is $2,823, 96% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Pontes e Lacerda is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

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

Pontes e Lacerda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Pontes e Lacerda has a population of 54,795 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 4,992.0 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

54,795

Total Population

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

4,992.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pontes e Lacerda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pontes e Lacerda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pontes e Lacerda is $2,823, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pontes e Lacerda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$2,823
	96% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg
Poverty Rate	3.8%
	69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$250
	79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.1%
Owner-Occupied	72.1%
Renter-Occupied	27.9%

Property Tax

In Pontes e Lacerda, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 14.5% of residents, above the national average. 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Pontes e Lacerda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.1%
	12% below US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	14.5%
High Blood Pressure	45.0%
COPD	19.8%
Kidney Disease	32.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.1%
	28% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.4%
Physical Inactivity	83.6%
Depression	10.6%
Mental Distress	10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Premature Death	145/100K

Food & Exercise

Pontes e Lacerda has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 19.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Pontes e Lacerda receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Pontes e Lacerda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	19.3/100K
	95% below US avg
Murder	19.3/100K
	206% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

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Pontes e Lacerda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	78.2°F
	45% above US avg
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	810 ft (247 m)
Area	4,992.0 sq mi (12,929.2 km²)
Population Density	11/sq mi
Coordinates	-15.2261°N, 59.3353°W
Timezone	America/Cuiaba

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.3"

61% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jan) 10.79"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

AQI Median	56.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	81.0%

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	80°F (27°C)	10.8 in	Wettest
February	80°F (27°C)	8.9 in
March	80°F (26°C)	8.6 in
April	79°F (26°C)	5.3 in
May	76°F (24°C)	2.2 in
June	73°F (23°C)	1.0 in	Coldest
July	74°F (23°C)	0.6 in	Driest
August	76°F (25°C)	1.1 in
September	80°F (26°C)	2.2 in
October	81°F (27°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
November	81°F (27°C)	6.8 in
December	80°F (27°C)	9.2 in

Pontes e Lacerda has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in June to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.8") and July the driest (0.6").

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27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.2%
	19% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	11/sq mi
Total Area	4,992.0 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	84.2%

Commute & Transportation

Airports Near Pontes e Lacerda

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
2 Amigos Airstrip	—	Small Airport
AFG I Airport	—	Small Airport
Agro Pousadas do Guaporé Airport	—	Small Airport
André Antônio Maggi Airport	LCB	Small Airport
Aquapey Airport	—	Small Airport
Baia do Padre Airport	—	Small Airport
Chácara Veneza Airport	—	Small Airport
Faria Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Agropecuária Rancho 11 Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Alta Vista Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Alvorada Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Anhanguera Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Arapucel Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Aroeira Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Arruda Ramos Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Branca - Xangrilá Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Branca Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Capim Doce Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Coração do Brasil Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Duas Irmãs Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Eunice Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Favo de Mel Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Felicidade Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Galera Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Gameleira Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Guará Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Guará Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Lagoa do Guaporé II Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Minas Gerais Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Miura Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Nossa Senhora do Pillar Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Paraguá Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Ranchinho do Guaporé Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Rancho Alegre Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Rancho do Couro Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Salto Grande Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Sankara Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Cruz Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São João Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São João do Guaporé Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São João do Ibiporã Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São José Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São José Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São José do Rio Branco Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São Lucas Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São Marcos Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São Valentim Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Sararé Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Serra Alegre Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Tamboril Airport	—	Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pontes e Lacerda

What is the population of Pontes e Lacerda?

Pontes e Lacerda has a population of 54,795 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 4,992.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Pontes e Lacerda expensive to live in?

Pontes e Lacerda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,823, 96% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Pontes e Lacerda safe?

Pontes e Lacerda is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Pontes e Lacerda receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pontes e Lacerda?

Pontes e Lacerda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Pontes e Lacerda?

The unemployment rate in Pontes e Lacerda is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Pontes e Lacerda?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

How are the schools in Pontes e Lacerda?

27.2% of adults in Pontes e Lacerda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pontes e Lacerda?

The obesity rate in Pontes e Lacerda is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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People 4/10

Economy 4/13

Housing 3/17

Health 13/26

Crime & Safety 2/12

Climate & Environment 9/19

Community 4/14

Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 1/32

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