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Tarucani, Peru

Arequipa · 🇵🇪 Peru

Tarucani is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 296. Elevation: 13,898 ft (4,236 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
296 Population
13,898 ft Elevation 4,236 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
16.5 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

Population296
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation13,898 ft (4,236 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population296
Elevation13,898 ft (4,236 m)
Coordinates-16.1835°, -71.0616°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation16.5 inches (418 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (1 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Tarucani a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarucani 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. Tarucani 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

Tarucani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 33°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Tarucani has a population of 296. 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

296
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarucani vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tarucani vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarucani 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: Tarucani 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 Tarucani, 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: Tarucani 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

Tarucani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 33°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.5 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 13,898 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 33°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation13,898 ft (4,236 m)
Coordinates-16.1835°N, 71.0616°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in
February 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in Wettest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
May 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in
June 34°F (1°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 33°F (1°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 35°F (1°C) 0.1 in
September 38°F (3°C) 0.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Warmest

Tarucani has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 33°F in July to 43°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") 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 Tarucani

What is the population of Tarucani?

Tarucani has a population of 296 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 Tarucani expensive to live in?

Tarucani 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 Tarucani?

Tarucani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Tarucani?

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

How are the schools in Tarucani?

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

How healthy is Tarucani?

The obesity rate in Tarucani 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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