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Santa Cruz Balanyá, Guatemala

Chimaltenango · 🇬🇹 Guatemala

Santa Cruz Balanyá is a small city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 7,825. Elevation: 6,804 ft (2,074 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
7,825 Population
6,804 ft Elevation 2,074 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
69.7 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

People

Population7,825
Median Age24.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,758
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty9.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.8%
Depression2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain69.7 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation6,804 ft (2,074 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband56.1%
Population7,825
Elevation6,804 ft (2,074 m)
Coordinates14.6852°, -90.9191°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceChimaltenango
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation69.7 inches (1,769 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.8 years

Is Santa Cruz Balanyá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz Balanyá receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Santa Cruz Balanyá faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Santa Cruz Balanyá enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Santa Cruz Balanyá has a population of 7,825. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,825
Total Population
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz Balanyá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz Balanyá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz Balanyá is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Santa Cruz Balanyá vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Santa Cruz Balanyá, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% are current smokers. 2.8% report depression. 86.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz Balanyá vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
High Blood Pressure32.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.7%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression2.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Santa Cruz Balanyá has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.7 inches. The area enjoys 211 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.7 inches
83% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.5%

Geography

Elevation6,804 ft (2,074 m)
Coordinates14.6852°N, 90.9191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 56.1% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+82.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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