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Riobamba, Ecuador

Chimborazo Province · 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Riobamba is a large city in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador with a population of 264,048. Elevation: 9,111 ft (2,777 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
264,048 Population 17,024/sq mi density
9,111 ft Elevation 2,777 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guayaquil Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

People

Population264,048
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density17,024/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,738
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.3%

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+96.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population264,048
Population Density17,024 / sq mi
Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)
Coordinates-1.6651°, -78.6589°
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Country🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / ProvinceChimborazo Province
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation55.8 inches (1,417 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.0 years

Is Riobamba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riobamba receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Riobamba has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Riobamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Riobamba has a population of 264,048 with a density of 17,024 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.9% male. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

264,048
Total Population
17,024
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Riobamba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Riobamba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riobamba is N/A. Per capita income is $6,738 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Riobamba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Riobamba, 27.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.2% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.7% report binge drinking. 86.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Riobamba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.7%
Physical Inactivity86.5%
Depression7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Riobamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 55.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,111 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.7%

Geography

Elevation9,111 ft (2,777 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²)
Population Density17,024/sq mi
Coordinates-1.6651°N, 78.6589°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
February 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in

Riobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 52°F in August to 54°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.6").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+96.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density17,024/sq mi
Total Area15.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Riobamba

What is the population of Riobamba?

Riobamba has a population of 264,048 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 17,024 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.9% male.

Is Riobamba expensive to live in?

Riobamba is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Riobamba?

Riobamba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Riobamba?

Riobamba has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Riobamba?

15.0% of adults in Riobamba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Riobamba?

The obesity rate in Riobamba is 27.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 86.5% are physically inactive. 7.4% of residents report depression.

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