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Río Verde Arriba, Dominican Republic

La Vega · 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Río Verde Arriba is a small town in La Vega, Dominican Republic with a population of 3,613. Elevation: 554 ft (169 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,613 Population
554 ft Elevation 169 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
51.8 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone
$10,630 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$10,630 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.7 / 5.0
11 violent crimes/100K (97% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $10,630
86% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 11/100K
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population3,613
Median Age28.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$10,630
Per Capita$10,630
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.8%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent11/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder10.9/100K

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.6%
Population3,613
Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Coordinates19.3158°, -70.5664°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvinceLa Vega
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,315 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$10,630
Median Age28.1 years

Is Río Verde Arriba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Río Verde Arriba receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Río Verde Arriba has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Río Verde Arriba is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Río Verde Arriba is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Río Verde Arriba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Río Verde Arriba has a population of 3,613. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,613
Total Population
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Río Verde Arriba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Río Verde Arriba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Río Verde Arriba is $10,630, which is 86% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,630 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Río Verde Arriba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$10,630
86% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%

Property Tax

In Río Verde Arriba, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 49.1% have high blood pressure. 5.2% report binge drinking. 1.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 4.2% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Río Verde Arriba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure49.1%
COPD4.4%
Kidney Disease5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking5.2%
Depression1.5%
Mental Distress4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Premature Death174/100K

Food & Exercise

Río Verde Arriba has a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, 97% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 10.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Río Verde Arriba receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Río Verde Arriba vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent10.9/100K
97% below US avg
Murder10.9/100K
73% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.7 / 5.0
Río Verde Arriba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 554 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Coordinates19.3158°N, 70.5664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
April 76°F (25°C) 4.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 7.8 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
August 80°F (26°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 5.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in

Río Verde Arriba has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 73°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (2.5").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.7/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Río Verde Arriba

What is the population of Río Verde Arriba?

Río Verde Arriba has a population of 3,613 residents and is located in Dominican Republic.. The median age of residents is 28.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Río Verde Arriba expensive to live in?

Río Verde Arriba is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Río Verde Arriba safe?

Río Verde Arriba is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Río Verde Arriba receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Río Verde Arriba?

Río Verde Arriba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Río Verde Arriba?

The unemployment rate in Río Verde Arriba is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Río Verde Arriba?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Río Verde Arriba?

15.0% of adults in Río Verde Arriba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Río Verde Arriba?

The obesity rate in Río Verde Arriba is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 1.5% of residents report depression.

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