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Puerto Lempira, Honduras

Gracias a Dios Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Puerto Lempira is a small town in Gracias a Dios Department, Honduras with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,000 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
122.8 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
37% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population5,000
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,227
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.4%
Depression6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain122.8 in/yr
Sunny Days134/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population5,000
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates15.2657°, -83.7744°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceGracias a Dios Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation122.8 inches (3,120 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Puerto Lempira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto Lempira receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Puerto Lempira faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puerto Lempira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 134 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 122.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Puerto Lempira has a population of 5,000. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,000
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto Lempira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puerto Lempira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto Lempira is N/A. Per capita income is $3,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Puerto Lempira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
37% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living45.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Puerto Lempira, 29.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 3.1% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression6.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Puerto Lempira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 122.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days134 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall122.8 inches
223% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates15.2657°N, 83.7744°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 58.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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