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Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Galápagos · 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Puerto Ayora is a small city in Galápagos, Ecuador with a population of 12,696. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
12,696 Population 9,997/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
11.6 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Galapagos Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

People

Population12,696
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density9,997/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,738
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.3%

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+96.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population12,696
Population Density9,997 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-0.7402°, -90.3138°
TimezonePacific/Galapagos
Country🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / ProvinceGalápagos
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation11.6 inches (294 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Puerto Ayora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto Ayora receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Puerto Ayora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puerto Ayora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Puerto Ayora has a population of 12,696 with a density of 9,997 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.9% male. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,696
Total Population
9,997
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto Ayora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto Ayora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto Ayora is N/A. Per capita income is $6,738 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Puerto Ayora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Puerto Ayora, 27.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.2% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.7% report binge drinking. 86.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Puerto Ayora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.7%
Physical Inactivity86.5%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Puerto Ayora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.6 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.7%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density9,997/sq mi
Coordinates-0.7402°N, 90.3138°W
TimezonePacific/Galapagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in
February 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
October 71°F (21°C) 0.3 in Driest
November 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in

Puerto Ayora has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 70°F in September to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 11.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.2") and October the driest (0.3").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+96.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9,997/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Puerto Ayora

What is the population of Puerto Ayora?

Puerto Ayora has a population of 12,696 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 9,997 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.9% male.

Is Puerto Ayora expensive to live in?

Puerto Ayora is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Puerto Ayora?

Puerto Ayora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Puerto Ayora?

Puerto Ayora has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Puerto Ayora?

15.0% of adults in Puerto Ayora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Puerto Ayora?

The obesity rate in Puerto Ayora is 27.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 86.5% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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