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Siquirres, Costa Rica

Limón Province · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Siquirres is a small city in Limón Province, Costa Rica with a population of 18,231. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,231 Population 256/sq mi density
226 ft Elevation 69 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
140.5 in Annual Rain
America / Costa Rica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
90% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population18,231
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,942
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.3%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI54 (Moderate)
Rain140.5 in/yr
Sunny Days99/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population18,231
Population Density256 / sq mi
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates10.0975°, -83.5066°
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Country🇨🇷 Costa Rica
State / ProvinceLimón Province
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation140.5 inches (3,569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.9 years

Is Siquirres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siquirres receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Siquirres has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Siquirres has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 99 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 140.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Siquirres has a population of 18,231 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,231
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
71.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Siquirres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Siquirres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siquirres is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Siquirres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
90% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Siquirres, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 7.6% report depression. 82.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Siquirres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Siquirres has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 140.5 inches. The area enjoys 99 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days99 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall140.5 inches
270% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median54.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %83.0%

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area71.1 sq mi (184.2 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates10.0975°N, 83.5066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area71.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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