Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.4%

2% lower than US avg

Unemployment 6.8%

90% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.3%

90% lower than US avg

People

Population35,650

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density1,946/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$16,942

Unemployment6.8%

Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking6.5%

Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI54 (Moderate)

Rain78.4 in/yr

Sunny Days201/yr

Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband85.4%

Population	35,650
Population Density	1,946 / sq mi
Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates	9.9769°, -84.8379°
Timezone	America/Costa_Rica
Country	🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / Province	Puntarenas Province
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	78.4 inches (1,992 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	33.9 years

Is Puntarenas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puntarenas receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Puntarenas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puntarenas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Puntarenas has a population of 35,650 with a density of 1,946 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,650

Total Population

1,946

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

18.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Puntarenas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Puntarenas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puntarenas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Puntarenas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.8%
	90% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.3%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Puntarenas, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 7.6% report depression. 82.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Puntarenas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.4%
	2% below US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
High Blood Pressure	37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	6.5%
	54% below US avg
Binge Drinking	3.8%
Physical Inactivity	82.0%
Depression	7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Food & Exercise

Puntarenas has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 78.4 inches. The area enjoys 201 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	79.3°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	201 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	78.4 inches
	106% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	54.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	83.0%

Geography

Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Area	18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²)
Population Density	1,946/sq mi
Coordinates	9.9769°N, 84.8379°W
Timezone	America/Costa_Rica

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	95.0%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,946/sq mi
Total Area	18.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Puntarenas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Puntarenas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Puntarenas vs U.S. Average

Income: Puntarenas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Puntarenas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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