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San José de Río Tinto, Honduras

Olancho Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

San José de Río Tinto is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 1,071. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,071 Population
1,486 ft Elevation 453 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
37% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

People

Population1,071
Median Age25.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,227
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.7%

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.4%
Depression6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,071
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates14.9333°, -85.7000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is San José de Río Tinto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San José de Río Tinto receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. San José de Río Tinto faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

San José de Río Tinto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

San José de Río Tinto has a population of 1,071. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,071
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

San José de Río Tinto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

San José de Río Tinto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San José de Río Tinto is N/A. Per capita income is $3,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 45.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: San José de Río Tinto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
37% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living45.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In San José de Río Tinto, 29.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 3.1% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: San José de Río Tinto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression6.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

San José de Río Tinto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates14.9333°N, 85.7000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (25°C) 8.6 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 8.3 in
August 76°F (25°C) 7.4 in
September 76°F (25°C) 6.8 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest

San José de Río Tinto has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 72°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.6") and March the driest (1.2").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 58.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About San José de Río Tinto

What is the population of San José de Río Tinto?

San José de Río Tinto has a population of 1,071 residents and is located in Honduras.. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is San José de Río Tinto expensive to live in?

San José de Río Tinto is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 45.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in San José de Río Tinto?

San José de Río Tinto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in San José de Río Tinto?

San José de Río Tinto has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in San José de Río Tinto?

10.0% of adults in San José de Río Tinto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is San José de Río Tinto?

The obesity rate in San José de Río Tinto is 29.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 6.6% of residents report depression.

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