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Somotillo, Nicaragua

Chinandega Department · 🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Somotillo is a small city in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 15,385. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
15,385 Population
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
64.7 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
40% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

People

Population15,385
Median Age29.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,609
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty6.6%

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain64.7 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband58.2%
Population15,385
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates13.0439°, -86.9051°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceChinandega Department
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation64.7 inches (1,643 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.0 years

Is Somotillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Somotillo receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Somotillo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Somotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Somotillo has a population of 15,385. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,385
Total Population
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Somotillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Somotillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Somotillo is N/A. Per capita income is $2,609 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Somotillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,609

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
40% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Somotillo, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 35.8% have high blood pressure. 3.9% report binge drinking. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure35.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking3.9%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Somotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.7 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 164 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.7 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates13.0439°N, 86.9051°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.1 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in
June 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.2 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 12.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Somotillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 80°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.2") and February the driest (0.1").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 58.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Somotillo

What is the population of Somotillo?

Somotillo has a population of 15,385 residents and is located in Nicaragua.. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Somotillo expensive to live in?

Somotillo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Somotillo?

Somotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Somotillo?

The unemployment rate in Somotillo is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Somotillo?

15.0% of adults in Somotillo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Somotillo?

The obesity rate in Somotillo is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 6.9% of residents report depression.

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