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Santo Domingo de Capillas, Peru

Huancavelica · 🇵🇪 Peru

Santo Domingo de Capillas is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 219. Elevation: 11,339 ft (3,456 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
219 Population
11,339 ft Elevation 3,456 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
18.4 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

Population219
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population219
Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)
Coordinates-13.7373°, -75.2432°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (468 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Santo Domingo de Capillas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santo Domingo de Capillas 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. Santo Domingo de Capillas 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

Santo Domingo de Capillas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Santo Domingo de Capillas has a population of 219. 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

219
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Santo Domingo de Capillas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santo Domingo de Capillas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santo Domingo de Capillas 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: Santo Domingo de Capillas 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 Santo Domingo de Capillas, 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: Santo Domingo de Capillas 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

Santo Domingo de Capillas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 11,339 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)
Coordinates-13.7373°N, 75.2432°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.3 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in

Santo Domingo de Capillas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 44°F in July to 50°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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 Santo Domingo de Capillas

What is the population of Santo Domingo de Capillas?

Santo Domingo de Capillas has a population of 219 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 Santo Domingo de Capillas expensive to live in?

Santo Domingo de Capillas 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 Santo Domingo de Capillas?

Santo Domingo de Capillas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Santo Domingo de Capillas?

The unemployment rate in Santo Domingo de Capillas is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Santo Domingo de Capillas?

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

How healthy is Santo Domingo de Capillas?

The obesity rate in Santo Domingo de Capillas 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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