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Veladero, Panama

Chiriquí Province · 🇵🇦 Panama

Veladero is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 885. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
885 Population
912 ft Elevation 278 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
117.1 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

Population885
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain117.1 in/yr
Sunny Days153/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband68.6%
Population885
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates8.2346°, -81.6525°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceChiriquí Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation117.1 inches (2,973 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.1 years

Is Veladero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Veladero 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. Veladero 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

Veladero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 153 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 117.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Veladero has a population of 885. 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

885
Total Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Veladero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Veladero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Veladero 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: Veladero 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 Veladero, 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: Veladero 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

Veladero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 117.1 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 912 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days153 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall117.1 inches
208% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %81.2%

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates8.2346°N, 81.6525°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
February 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest
April 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
May 79°F (26°C) 13.2 in
June 78°F (25°C) 12.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 12.9 in
August 78°F (25°C) 15.1 in
September 77°F (25°C) 16.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 19.6 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 14.6 in Coldest
December 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in

Veladero has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in November to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 117.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.6") and February the driest (0.8").

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 Veladero

What is the population of Veladero?

Veladero has a population of 885 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 Veladero expensive to live in?

Veladero 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 Veladero?

Veladero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Veladero?

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

How are the schools in Veladero?

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

How healthy is Veladero?

The obesity rate in Veladero 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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