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Río de Oro, Colombia

Cesar Department · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Río de Oro is a small city in Cesar Department, Colombia with a population of 14,408. Elevation: 3,819 ft (1,164 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
14,408 Population
3,819 ft Elevation 1,164 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
73.9 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
130% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

People

Population14,408
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,001
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty7.7%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain73.9 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation3,819 ft (1,164 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population14,408
Elevation3,819 ft (1,164 m)
Coordinates8.2922°, -73.3849°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceCesar Department
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation73.9 inches (1,878 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Río de Oro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Río de Oro receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Río de Oro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Río de Oro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Río de Oro has a population of 14,408. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,408
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Río de Oro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Río de Oro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Río de Oro is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Río de Oro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
130% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Río de Oro, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 7.7% report depression. 84.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Río de Oro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity84.0%
Depression7.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Río de Oro has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 73.9 inches. The area enjoys 202 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall73.9 inches
95% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation3,819 ft (1,164 m)
Coordinates8.2922°N, 73.3849°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). 77.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Ocaña 101,158 pop · 4.3 mi González 5,634 pop · 6.8 mi La Playa 1,215 pop · 11.4 mi San Calixto 2,080 pop · 14.3 mi El Carmen 12,001 pop · 15.7 mi Aguachica 97,525 pop · 15.9 mi Hacarí 9,745 pop · 16.5 mi Abrego 10,822 pop · 18.3 mi San Martín 20,452 pop · 21.9 mi Gamarra 12,444 pop · 24.5 mi El Tarra 3,336 pop · 27.8 mi Morales 18,678 pop · 33.1 mi Pelaya 11,306 pop · 33.4 mi La Gloria 14,989 pop · 36.4 mi
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