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Salcedo, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Salcedo is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,603. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,603 Population 82/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
136.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population3,603
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain136.7 in/yr
Sunny Days125/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population3,603
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates11.1469°, 125.6650°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation136.7 inches (3,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Salcedo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salcedo receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Salcedo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salcedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 125 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 136.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Salcedo has a population of 3,603 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 43.9 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,603
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
43.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Salcedo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salcedo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salcedo is N/A. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salcedo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Salcedo, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Salcedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 136.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days125 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall136.7 inches
260% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area43.9 sq mi (113.8 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates11.1469°N, 125.6650°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 19.2 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.3 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 18.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 19.9 in Wettest

Salcedo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 136.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.9") and August the driest (5.3").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area43.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Salcedo

What is the population of Salcedo?

Salcedo has a population of 3,603 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 43.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Salcedo expensive to live in?

Salcedo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Salcedo?

Salcedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Salcedo?

The job market in Salcedo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Salcedo?

21.3% of adults in Salcedo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Salcedo?

The obesity rate in Salcedo is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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