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San Miguel del Yuco, Panama

Chiriquí Province · 🇵🇦 Panama

San Miguel del Yuco is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 756. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
756 Population
1,037 ft Elevation 316 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
126.5 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
132% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

People

Population756
Median Age30.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,797
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty3.1%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.5%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain126.5 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population756
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Coordinates8.5440°, -82.6244°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceChiriquí Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation126.5 inches (3,214 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is San Miguel del Yuco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Miguel del Yuco receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. San Miguel del Yuco has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

San Miguel del Yuco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 126.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

San Miguel del Yuco has a population of 756. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

756
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

San Miguel del Yuco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

San Miguel del Yuco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Miguel del Yuco is N/A. Per capita income is $18,797 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: San Miguel del Yuco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
132% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In San Miguel del Yuco, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 3.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: San Miguel del Yuco vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.5%
75% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

San Miguel del Yuco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 126.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall126.5 inches
233% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Coordinates8.5440°N, 82.6244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in
February 76°F (24°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
April 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in Warmest
May 77°F (25°C) 14.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 14.3 in
July 78°F (25°C) 10.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 14.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 15.0 in
October 74°F (24°C) 21.7 in Wettest
November 74°F (23°C) 12.0 in Coldest
December 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in

San Miguel del Yuco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 74°F in November to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.7") and February the driest (1.8").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About San Miguel del Yuco

What is the population of San Miguel del Yuco?

San Miguel del Yuco has a population of 756 residents and is located in Panama.. The median age of residents is 30.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is San Miguel del Yuco expensive to live in?

San Miguel del Yuco is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in San Miguel del Yuco?

San Miguel del Yuco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in San Miguel del Yuco?

The job market in San Miguel del Yuco faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in San Miguel del Yuco?

22.0% of adults in San Miguel del Yuco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is San Miguel del Yuco?

The obesity rate in San Miguel del Yuco is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 3.5% of adults are smokers. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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