Puerto Deseado, Argentina — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 44.6%

32% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.2%

99% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population10,237

Median Age32.4 yrs

Density5,656/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$14,262

Unemployment7.2%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity35.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.6%

Depression12.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI20 (Good)

Rain8.3 in/yr

Sunny Days321/yr

Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+44.6%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband89.2%

Population	10,237
Population Density	5,656 / sq mi
Elevation	85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates	-47.7513°, -65.8967°
Timezone	America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Country	🇦🇷 Argentina
State / Province	Santa Cruz
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	60°F (16°C)
July Average	39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation	8.3 inches (210 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	32.4 years

Is Puerto Deseado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto Deseado receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Puerto Deseado stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puerto Deseado experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Puerto Deseado has a population of 10,237 with a density of 5,656 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,237

Total Population

5,656

People / sq mi

32.4yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto Deseado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto Deseado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto Deseado is N/A. Per capita income is $14,262 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Puerto Deseado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$14,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.2%
	99% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	45.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Puerto Deseado, 35.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. 47.5% have high blood pressure. 21.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.8% report binge drinking. 84.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
High Blood Pressure	47.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.6%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	8.8%
Physical Inactivity	84.8%
Depression	12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.0%

Food & Exercise

Puerto Deseado experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)

Annual Average	50.1°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	60°F (16°C)
July Average	39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days	321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	8.3 inches
	78% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	20.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.9%

Geography

Elevation	85 ft (26 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	5,656/sq mi
Coordinates	-47.7513°N, 65.8967°W
Timezone	America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	60°F (16°C)	0.7 in	Warmest
February	60°F (15°C)	0.6 in
March	56°F (14°C)	0.6 in
April	52°F (11°C)	0.7 in
May	45°F (7°C)	1.1 in	Wettest
June	39°F (4°C)	0.9 in
July	39°F (4°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
August	42°F (5°C)	0.6 in
September	45°F (7°C)	0.5 in
October	50°F (10°C)	0.6 in
November	55°F (13°C)	0.4 in	Driest
December	58°F (14°C)	0.7 in

Puerto Deseado has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 39°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.1") and November the driest (0.4").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	44.6%
	32% above US avg
High School+	95.0%

A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	5,656/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Puerto Deseado

What is the population of Puerto Deseado?

Puerto Deseado has a population of 10,237 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 5,656 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Puerto Deseado expensive to live in?

Puerto Deseado is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 45.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Puerto Deseado?

Puerto Deseado has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Puerto Deseado?

The unemployment rate in Puerto Deseado is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Puerto Deseado?

44.6% of adults in Puerto Deseado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Puerto Deseado?

The obesity rate in Puerto Deseado is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.6% of adults are smokers. 84.8% are physically inactive. 12.2% of residents report depression.