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Santa Cruz, Honduras

Choluteca Department · 🇭🇳 Honduras

Santa Cruz is a small town in Choluteca Department, Honduras with a population of 1,174. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,174 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
59.1 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

Population1,174
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 Temp83°F (29°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.3%
Population1,174
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates13.2581°, -87.3483°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCholuteca Department
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation59.1 inches (1,501 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Santa Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Santa Cruz 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

Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Santa Cruz has a population of 1,174. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,174
Total Population
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% are current smokers. 6.6% report depression. 83.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz 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

Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. The area enjoys 229 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.8%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates13.2581°N, 87.3483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 58.3% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

Los Llanitos 1,040 pop · 2.2 mi Marcovia 1,928 pop · 3.3 mi Monjarás 6,772 pop · 4.3 mi San José de Las Conchas 1,084 pop · 5.6 mi Ciudad Choluteca 75,872 pop · 11.9 mi San Lorenzo 22,289 pop · 13.3 mi La Criba 1,001 pop · 14.2 mi Namasigüe 1,804 pop · 14.6 mi San Jerónimo 2,381 pop · 15.3 mi El Puente 1,325 pop · 15.7 mi Santa Ana de Yusguare 1,823 pop · 16.0 mi El Obraje 1,172 pop · 16.3 mi El Tular 1,927 pop · 18.3 mi Jícaro Galán 1,370 pop · 19.9 mi
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