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Sancos, Peru

Ayacucho · 🇵🇪 Peru

Sancos is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 526. Elevation: 9,226 ft (2,812 m). Average temperature: 89°F (32°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
526 Population
9,226 ft Elevation 2,812 meters
89°F Avg Temperature 32°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

People

Population526
Median Age31.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,888
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.1%

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.0%
Depression0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp89°F (32°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation9,226 ft (2,812 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population526
Elevation9,226 ft (2,812 m)
Coordinates-15.0626°, -73.9519°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature89°F (32°C)
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Sancos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sancos receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sancos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sancos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Sancos has a population of 526. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

526
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sancos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sancos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sancos is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sancos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living47.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sancos, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% are current smokers. 0.8% report depression. 84.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure20.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.8%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression0.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

Sancos has an average annual temperature of 89°F (32°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.7 inches. The area enjoys 352 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average88.9°F
65% above US avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation9,226 ft (2,812 m)
Coordinates-15.0626°N, 73.9519°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Coracora 7,420 pop · 11.4 mi Tambo 5,032 pop · 18.3 mi Puquio 10,491 pop · 27.8 mi Acarí 4,445 pop · 50.7 mi Nazca 23,556 pop · 67.8 mi Minas de Marcona 15,478 pop · 77.9 mi San Juan 12,795 pop · 83.4 mi Palpa 5,883 pop · 90.2 mi Río Grande 4,689 pop · 91.5 mi
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