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Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela

Anzoátegui · 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Puerto La Cruz is a large city in Anzoátegui, Venezuela with a population of 370,000. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
370,000 Population 3,927/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
America / Caracas Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
48% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

People

Population370,000
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density3,927/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,617
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty9.7%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband61.6%
Population370,000
Population Density3,927 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates10.2138°, -64.6328°
TimezoneAmerica/Caracas
Country🇻🇪 Venezuela
State / ProvinceAnzoátegui
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Puerto La Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto La Cruz receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Puerto La Cruz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puerto La Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Puerto La Cruz has a population of 370,000 with a density of 3,927 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

370,000
Total Population
3,927
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
94.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto La Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto La Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto La Cruz is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Puerto La Cruz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
48% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living19.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Puerto La Cruz, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 88.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
High Blood Pressure39.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking2.3%
Physical Inactivity88.8%
Depression16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%

Food & Exercise

Puerto La Cruz has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.8%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area94.2 sq mi (244.0 km²)
Population Density3,927/sq mi
Coordinates10.2138°N, 64.6328°W
TimezoneAmerica/Caracas
35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 61.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,927/sq mi
Total Area94.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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