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Rio de Contas, Brazil

Bahia · 🇧🇷 Brazil

Rio de Contas is a small city in Bahia, Brazil with a population of 13,184. Elevation: 3,261 ft (994 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
13,184 Population
3,261 ft Elevation 994 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
27.8 in Annual Rain
America / Bahia Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population13,184
Median Age34.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,378
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.1%
Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.2%
Population13,184
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Coordinates-13.5853°, -41.8162°
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceBahia
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (705 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.3 years

Is Rio de Contas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio de Contas receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rio de Contas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rio de Contas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Rio de Contas has a population of 13,184. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,184
Total Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio de Contas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rio de Contas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio de Contas is N/A. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rio de Contas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rio de Contas, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Rio de Contas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
High Blood Pressure45.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.4%
Physical Inactivity83.6%
Depression10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Rio de Contas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.0%

Geography

Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Coordinates-13.5853°N, 41.8162°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia
27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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