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Santa Cruz de Andamarca, Peru

Lima region · 🇵🇪 Peru

Santa Cruz de Andamarca is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 430. Elevation: 11,572 ft (3,527 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
430 Population
11,572 ft Elevation 3,527 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
57.3 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

Population430
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation11,572 ft (3,527 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population430
Elevation11,572 ft (3,527 m)
Coordinates-11.1950°, -76.6340°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation57.3 inches (1,456 mm)
Annual Snowfall300.3 inches (763 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Santa Cruz de Andamarca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz de Andamarca 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. Santa Cruz de Andamarca 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

Santa Cruz de Andamarca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches, including 300.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Santa Cruz de Andamarca has a population of 430. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 68.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

430
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz de Andamarca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz de Andamarca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz de Andamarca is N/A. Per capita income is $7,888 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 47.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Santa Cruz de Andamarca 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 Santa Cruz de Andamarca, 27.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 20.7% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.8% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz de Andamarca 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

Santa Cruz de Andamarca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 300.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 11,572 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 47°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall300.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,572 ft (3,527 m)
Coordinates-11.1950°N, 76.6340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in
February 41°F (5°C) 6.0 in Wettest
March 41°F (5°C) 5.9 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 38°F (4°C) 0.7 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in
July 47°F (9°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in Coldest
September 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in

Santa Cruz de Andamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 36°F in August to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.2").

32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz de Andamarca

What is the population of Santa Cruz de Andamarca?

Santa Cruz de Andamarca has a population of 430 residents and is located in Peru.. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Santa Cruz de Andamarca expensive to live in?

Santa Cruz de Andamarca is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 47.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz de Andamarca?

Santa Cruz de Andamarca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches, with 300.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz de Andamarca?

The unemployment rate in Santa Cruz de Andamarca is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Santa Cruz de Andamarca?

32.1% of adults in Santa Cruz de Andamarca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Santa Cruz de Andamarca?

The obesity rate in Santa Cruz de Andamarca is 27.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 0.8% of residents report depression.

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