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Puerto Huarmey, Peru

Ancash · 🇵🇪 Peru

Puerto Huarmey is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 810. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
810 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
0.6 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

Population810
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain0.6 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population810
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-10.0996°, -78.1697°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation0.6 inches (15 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Puerto Huarmey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto Huarmey 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. Puerto Huarmey 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

Puerto Huarmey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Puerto Huarmey has a population of 810. 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

810
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto Huarmey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto Huarmey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto Huarmey 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: Puerto Huarmey 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 Puerto Huarmey, 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: Puerto Huarmey 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

Puerto Huarmey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 0.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 59 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.6 inches
98% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-10.0996°N, 78.1697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
August 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in

Puerto Huarmey has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 63°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.1") and May the driest (0.0").

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 Puerto Huarmey

What is the population of Puerto Huarmey?

Puerto Huarmey has a population of 810 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 Puerto Huarmey expensive to live in?

Puerto Huarmey 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 Puerto Huarmey?

Puerto Huarmey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Puerto Huarmey?

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

How are the schools in Puerto Huarmey?

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

How healthy is Puerto Huarmey?

The obesity rate in Puerto Huarmey 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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