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Purulhá, Guatemala

Baja Verapaz · 🇬🇹 Guatemala

Purulhá is a small city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 5,370. Elevation: 5,118 ft (1,560 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,370 Population
5,118 ft Elevation 1,560 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
84.2 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

People

Population5,370
Median Age24.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,758
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty9.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.8%
Depression2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain84.2 in/yr
Sunny Days183/yr
Elevation5,118 ft (1,560 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband56.1%
Population5,370
Elevation5,118 ft (1,560 m)
Coordinates15.2357°, -90.2357°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceBaja Verapaz
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation84.2 inches (2,138 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.8 years

Is Purulhá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Purulhá receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Purulhá faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Purulhá enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 183 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 84.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Purulhá has a population of 5,370. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,370
Total Population
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Purulhá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Purulhá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Purulhá is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Purulhá vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Purulhá, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% are current smokers. 2.8% report depression. 86.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
High Blood Pressure32.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.7%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression2.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Purulhá has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.2 inches. The area enjoys 183 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days183 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.2 inches
122% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.5%

Geography

Elevation5,118 ft (1,560 m)
Coordinates15.2357°N, 90.2357°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 56.1% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+82.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Tamahú 1,012 pop · 5.1 mi Tucurú 4,772 pop · 8.8 mi Tactic 8,999 pop · 9.9 mi Salamá 65,275 pop · 10.8 mi San Jerónimo 8,093 pop · 12.1 mi San Miguel Chicaj 13,747 pop · 14.4 mi San Juan Chamelco 13,264 pop · 14.5 mi Santa Cruz Verapaz 5,843 pop · 16.0 mi San Pedro Carchá 16,353 pop · 17.4 mi San Cristóbal Verapaz 19,664 pop · 18.5 mi Cobán 212,047 pop · 18.7 mi Rabinal 15,157 pop · 20.0 mi Morazán 2,554 pop · 21.8 mi El Chol 2,391 pop · 25.4 mi
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