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San José, Colombia

Nariño · 🇨🇴 Colombia

San José is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 1,772. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,772 Population
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
187.2 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

Population1,772
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)
Rain187.2 in/yr
Sunny Days64/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband77.3%
Population1,772
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates1.6966°, -78.2448°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceNariño
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation187.2 inches (4,755 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is San José a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San José 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. San José 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

San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 64 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 187.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 99.

San José has a population of 1,772. 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

1,772
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

San José vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

San José vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San José 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: San José 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 San José, 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: San José 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

San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 64 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 187.2 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 128 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days64 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall187.2 inches
393% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median99.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %50.6%

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates1.6966°N, 78.2448°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 16.7 in
February 79°F (26°C) 15.5 in
March 79°F (26°C) 15.1 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 19.1 in
May 79°F (26°C) 24.3 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 19.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 12.0 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 14.4 in
October 78°F (26°C) 13.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 11.4 in Driest
December 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in

San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F — from 78°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 187.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (24.3") and November the driest (11.4").

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 San José

What is the population of San José?

San José has a population of 1,772 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 San José expensive to live in?

San José 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 San José?

San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 64 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 187.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 99.

How is the job market in San José?

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

How are the schools in San José?

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

How healthy is San José?

The obesity rate in San José 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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