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Socospata, Peru

Apurímac Department · 🇵🇪 Peru

Socospata is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 523. Elevation: 10,873 ft (3,314 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
523 Population
10,873 ft Elevation 3,314 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 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

Population523
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation10,873 ft (3,314 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population523
Elevation10,873 ft (3,314 m)
Coordinates-13.7808°, -73.4625°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Socospata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Socospata 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. Socospata 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

Socospata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 360 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches, including 59.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Socospata has a population of 523. 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

523
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Socospata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Socospata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Socospata 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: Socospata 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 Socospata, 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: Socospata 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

Socospata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 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 10,873 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.9 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall59.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation10,873 ft (3,314 m)
Coordinates-13.7808°N, 73.4625°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.5 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 6.8 in Wettest
March 51°F (10°C) 6.3 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 47°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
August 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in

Socospata has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 42°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.8") and June the driest (0.4").

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 Socospata

What is the population of Socospata?

Socospata has a population of 523 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 Socospata expensive to live in?

Socospata 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 Socospata?

Socospata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Socospata?

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

How are the schools in Socospata?

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

How healthy is Socospata?

The obesity rate in Socospata 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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