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Uñón, Peru

Arequipa · 🇵🇪 Peru

Uñón is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 263. Elevation: 10,344 ft (3,153 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
263 Population
10,344 ft Elevation 3,153 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
30.4 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

Population263
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 Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation10,344 ft (3,153 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.5%
Population263
Elevation10,344 ft (3,153 m)
Coordinates-15.7281°, -72.4325°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (772 mm)
Annual Snowfall151.1 inches (384 cm)
Median Age31.0 years

Is Uñón a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uñón 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. Uñón 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

Uñón has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July. With 361 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 151.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Uñón has a population of 263. 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

263
Total Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Uñón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uñón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uñón 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: Uñón 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 Uñón, 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: Uñón 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

Uñón has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 30.4 inches. The area receives 151.1 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 10,344 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 35°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average35.1°F
35% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (1°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall151.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation10,344 ft (3,153 m)
Coordinates-15.7281°N, 72.4325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 35°F (2°C)
2.2"
Feb 55°F (13°C)
2.5"
Mar 55°F (13°C)
2.0"
Apr 54°F (12°C)
0.4"
May 52°F (11°C)
0.1"
Jun 50°F (10°C)
0.0"
Jul 35°F (1°C)
0.0"
Aug 50°F (10°C)
0.1"
Sep 52°F (11°C)
0.2"
Oct 54°F (12°C)
0.2"
Nov 54°F (12°C)
0.2"
Dec 55°F (13°C)
0.7"

The warmest month is December at 55°F, while the coldest is July at 35°F — a seasonal swing of 21°F. February sees the most rain (2.5"), while June is 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 Uñón

What is the population of Uñón?

Uñón has a population of 263 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 Uñón expensive to live in?

Uñón 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 Uñón?

Uñón has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 151.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Uñón?

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

How are the schools in Uñón?

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

How healthy is Uñón?

The obesity rate in Uñón 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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