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Salahonda, Colombia

Nariño · 🇨🇴 Colombia

Salahonda is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 7,430. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,430 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
135.5 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

Population7,430
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI99 (Moderate)
Rain135.5 in/yr
Sunny Days110/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population7,430
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates2.0406°, -78.6588°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceNariño
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation135.5 inches (3,442 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Salahonda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salahonda 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. Salahonda 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

Salahonda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 110 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 135.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

Salahonda has a population of 7,430. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,430
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Salahonda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salahonda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salahonda is N/A. Per capita income is $7,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salahonda 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 Salahonda, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.0% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 84.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Salahonda 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

Salahonda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 135.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days110 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall135.5 inches
257% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates2.0406°N, 78.6588°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 13.3 in
February 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in
March 80°F (26°C) 11.5 in Warmest
April 80°F (26°C) 14.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 17.9 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 15.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 9.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in Coldest, Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 9.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 9.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in

Salahonda has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F — from 78°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 135.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (17.9") and August the driest (6.6").

26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 77.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Salahonda

What is the population of Salahonda?

Salahonda has a population of 7,430 residents and is located in Colombia.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Salahonda expensive to live in?

Salahonda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Salahonda?

Salahonda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in Salahonda?

The job market in Salahonda faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Salahonda?

26.7% of adults in Salahonda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Salahonda?

The obesity rate in Salahonda is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 84.0% are physically inactive. 7.7% of residents report depression.

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