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Unión Santeña, Panama

Panamá · 🇵🇦 Panama

Unión Santeña is a small town in Panamá, Panama with a population of 413. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
413 Population
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
97.3 in Annual Rain
America / Panama 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 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
132% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

People

Population413
Median Age30.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,797
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty3.1%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking3.5%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain97.3 in/yr
Sunny Days162/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population413
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates8.8350°, -78.6489°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvincePanamá
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation97.3 inches (2,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is Unión Santeña a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unión Santeña 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. Unión Santeña has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% 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

Unión Santeña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 162 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 97.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Unión Santeña has a population of 413. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

413
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Unión Santeña vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Unión Santeña vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unión Santeña is N/A. Per capita income is $18,797 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Unión Santeña vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
132% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Unión Santeña, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 3.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Unión Santeña vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking3.5%
75% below US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Unión Santeña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 97.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days162 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall97.3 inches
156% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates8.8350°N, 78.6489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
February 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in Warmest
May 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 11.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.4 in
August 77°F (25°C) 10.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 11.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 14.0 in Wettest
November 76°F (24°C) 12.8 in
December 76°F (24°C) 7.0 in Coldest

Unión Santeña has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 76°F in December to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 97.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.0") and March the driest (0.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Unión Santeña

What is the population of Unión Santeña?

Unión Santeña has a population of 413 residents and is located in Panama.. The median age of residents is 30.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Unión Santeña expensive to live in?

Unión Santeña is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Unión Santeña?

Unión Santeña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Unión Santeña?

The job market in Unión Santeña faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Unión Santeña?

22.0% of adults in Unión Santeña hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Unión Santeña?

The obesity rate in Unión Santeña is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 3.5% of adults are smokers. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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