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

Population5,997

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 Temp73°F (23°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain60.4 in/yr

Sunny Days226/yr

Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.0%

High School+82.1%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband56.1%

Population	5,997
Elevation	630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates	15.0451°, -89.5852°
Timezone	America/Guatemala
Country	🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / Province	Zacapa
Average Temperature	73°F (23°C)
January Average	69°F (21°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	60.4 inches (1,533 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	24.8 years

Is Río Hondo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Río Hondo receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Río Hondo 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

Río Hondo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Río Hondo has a population of 5,997. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,997

Total Population

24.8yrs

Median Age

36% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Río Hondo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Río Hondo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Río Hondo 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: Río Hondo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$5,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.7%
	22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	42.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Río Hondo, 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: Río Hondo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.8%
	23% below US avg
Binge Drinking	1.7%
Physical Inactivity	86.9%
Depression	2.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	58.0%

Food & Exercise

Río Hondo has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. The area enjoys 226 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	72.6°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	69°F (21°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.4 inches
	59% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.5%

Geography

Elevation	630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates	15.0451°N, 89.5852°W
Timezone	America/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 Access	56.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Río Hondo, Guatemala

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Is Río Hondo a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Río Hondo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Río Hondo vs U.S. Average

Income: Río Hondo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Río Hondo 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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