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Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Santiago Province · 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Santiago de los Caballeros is a major city in Santiago Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 1,200,000. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,200,000 Population 3,813/sq mi density
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
46.5 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone
$10,630 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$10,630 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.7 / 5.0
11 violent crimes/100K (97% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $10,630
86% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 11/100K
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population1,200,000
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density3,813/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$10,630
Per Capita$10,630
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.8%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent11/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder10.9/100K

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband84.6%
Population1,200,000
Population Density3,813 / sq mi
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates19.4504°, -70.6909°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvinceSantiago Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,182 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$10,630
Median Age28.1 years

Is Santiago de los Caballeros a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santiago de los Caballeros receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Santiago de los Caballeros has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santiago de los Caballeros is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Santiago de los Caballeros is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Santiago de los Caballeros has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Santiago de los Caballeros has a population of 1,200,000 with a density of 3,813 people per square mile, spread across 314.7 square miles. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,200,000
Total Population
3,813
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
314.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Santiago de los Caballeros vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santiago de los Caballeros vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santiago de los Caballeros is $10,630, which is 86% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,630 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Santiago de los Caballeros vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$10,630
86% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%

Property Tax

In Santiago de los Caballeros, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 49.1% have high blood pressure. 5.2% report binge drinking. 1.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 4.2% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Santiago de los Caballeros vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure49.1%
COPD4.4%
Kidney Disease5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking5.2%
Depression1.5%
Mental Distress4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Premature Death174/100K

Food & Exercise

Santiago de los Caballeros has a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, 97% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 10.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Santiago de los Caballeros receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Santiago de los Caballeros vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent10.9/100K
97% below US avg
Murder10.9/100K
73% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.7 / 5.0
Santiago de los Caballeros has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area314.7 sq mi (815.1 km²)
Population Density3,813/sq mi
Coordinates19.4504°N, 70.6909°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 2.5 in
March 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in

Santiago de los Caballeros has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 73°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (2.4").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,813/sq mi
Total Area314.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.7/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santiago de los Caballeros

What is the population of Santiago de los Caballeros?

Santiago de los Caballeros has a population of 1,200,000 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 3,813 people per square mile, spread across 314.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Santiago de los Caballeros expensive to live in?

Santiago de los Caballeros is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $10,630, 86% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Santiago de los Caballeros safe?

Santiago de los Caballeros is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 11 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Santiago de los Caballeros receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Santiago de los Caballeros?

Santiago de los Caballeros has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Santiago de los Caballeros?

The unemployment rate in Santiago de los Caballeros is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Santiago de los Caballeros?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Santiago de los Caballeros?

15.0% of adults in Santiago de los Caballeros hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Santiago de los Caballeros?

The obesity rate in Santiago de los Caballeros is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 1.5% of residents report depression.

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