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

Population27,310

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density493/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 Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI54 (Moderate)

Rain127.1 in/yr

Sunny Days127/yr

Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband85.4%

Population	27,310
Population Density	493 / sq mi
Elevation	2,021 ft (616 m)
Coordinates	10.3266°, -84.4320°
Timezone	America/Costa_Rica
Country	🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / Province	Alajuela Province
Average Temperature	67°F (19°C)
January Average	66°F (19°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	127.1 inches (3,227 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	33.9 years

Is Quesada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quesada 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. Quesada 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

Quesada enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 127 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 127.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Quesada has a population of 27,310 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

27,310

Total Population

493

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

55.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Quesada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Quesada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quesada 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: Quesada 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 Quesada, 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: Quesada 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

Quesada has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 127.1 inches. The area enjoys 127 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	66.9°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	66°F (19°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	127 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	127.1 inches
	234% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	54.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	83.0%

Geography

Elevation	2,021 ft (616 m)
Area	55.4 sq mi (143.5 km²)
Population Density	493/sq mi
Coordinates	10.3266°N, 84.4320°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	493/sq mi
Total Area	55.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Quesada, Costa Rica

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Is Quesada a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Quesada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Quesada vs U.S. Average

Income: Quesada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Quesada 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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