Vila Rica, Brazil

Mato Grosso · Brazil

Vila Rica is a small city in Mato Grosso, Brazil with a population of 19,827. Elevation: 843 ft (257 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

19,827 Population 6/sq mi density

843 ft Elevation 257 meters

79°F Avg Temperature 26°C

73.0 in Annual Rain

America / Cuiaba Timezone

$2,894 Median Income

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$2,894 median income, 6.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$250/mo rent

Safety

2.0 / 5.0

19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $2,894

96% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 19/100K

95% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.2%

19% lower than US avg

Median Rent $250

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.1%

12% lower than US avg

Unemployment 6.0%

66% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.8%

69% lower than US avg

People

Population19,827

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density6/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+

Median Income$2,894

Per Capita$10,378

Unemployment6.0%

Poverty3.8%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$250

Ownership72.1%

Crime

Violent19/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder19.3/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking10.1%

Depression10.6%

Heart Disease14.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI56 (Moderate)

Rain73.0 in/yr

Sunny Days204/yr

Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.2%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband84.2%

Population	19,827
Population Density	6 / sq mi
Elevation	843 ft (257 m)
Coordinates	-10.0117°, -51.1164°
Timezone	America/Cuiaba
Country	🇧🇷 Brazil
State / Province	Mato Grosso
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	73.0 inches (1,854 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$2,894
Median Age	34.3 years

Is Vila Rica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vila Rica receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Vila Rica has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vila Rica is $2,894, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Vila Rica is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vila Rica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Vila Rica has a population of 19,827 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,246.6 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,827

Total Population

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

3,246.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Vila Rica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Vila Rica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vila Rica is $2,894, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 46.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Vila Rica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$2,894
	96% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$10,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg
Poverty Rate	3.8%
	69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	46.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$250
	79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.1%
Owner-Occupied	72.1%
Renter-Occupied	27.9%

Property Tax

In Vila Rica, 28.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 14.5% of residents, above the national average. 45.0% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.4% report binge drinking. 83.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Vila Rica vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.1%
	12% below US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	14.5%
High Blood Pressure	45.0%
COPD	19.8%
Kidney Disease	32.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.1%
	28% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.4%
Physical Inactivity	83.6%
Depression	10.6%
Mental Distress	10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Premature Death	145/100K

Food & Exercise

Vila Rica has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 19.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Vila Rica receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Vila Rica vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	19.3/100K
	95% below US avg
Murder	19.3/100K
	206% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

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Vila Rica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.0 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 843 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	79.4°F
	47% above US avg
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	843 ft (257 m)
Area	3,246.6 sq mi (8,408.8 km²)
Population Density	6/sq mi
Coordinates	-10.0117°N, 51.1164°W
Timezone	America/Cuiaba

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.0"

92% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Dec) 12.17"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

AQI Median	56.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	81.0%

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	79°F (26°C)	11.7 in
February	80°F (26°C)	10.6 in
March	79°F (26°C)	10.9 in
April	80°F (26°C)	6.3 in
May	79°F (26°C)	1.5 in
June	78°F (26°C)	0.4 in	Coldest
July	78°F (26°C)	0.2 in	Driest
August	80°F (27°C)	0.4 in
September	81°F (27°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
October	81°F (27°C)	7.1 in
November	80°F (27°C)	8.9 in
December	79°F (26°C)	12.2 in	Wettest

Vila Rica has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in June to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 73.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.2%
	19% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	6/sq mi
Total Area	3,246.6 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	84.2%

Commute & Transportation

Airports Near Vila Rica

40 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
CMTE Juliano Rambo Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Confresa Airport	CFO	Small Airport
Fazenda ADS 7 Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Boca do Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Brusque Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Califórnia Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Codeara Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Divisa Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Europa Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Fartura Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Guariba Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Ipê Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Maritaca Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Mongaguá Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Nova Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Patropi	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Peixe Bravo Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Petróleo Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Porta do Amazônia Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Pouso Alegre	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Querencia Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Rio Liberdade Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Sabran Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Ana Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Luzia Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Maria Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Terezinha Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Santa Terezinha I	—	Small Airport
Fazenda São Francisco Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Sucupira Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Tangará Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Tapiraguaia Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Tapirapé Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda União Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Vô Zeca Airport	—	Small Airport
Fazenda Vô Zeca Airport	—	Small Airport
Leonel de Moura Brizola Airport	—	Small Airport
Nova Vida Airport	—	Small Airport
Santa Terezinha Airport	STZ	Small Airport
Vila Rica Airport	VLP	Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vila Rica

What is the population of Vila Rica?

Vila Rica has a population of 19,827 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,246.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Vila Rica expensive to live in?

Vila Rica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 46.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,894, 96% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Vila Rica safe?

Vila Rica is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Vila Rica receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Vila Rica?

Vila Rica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 56.

How is the job market in Vila Rica?

The unemployment rate in Vila Rica is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Vila Rica?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

How are the schools in Vila Rica?

27.2% of adults in Vila Rica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Vila Rica?

The obesity rate in Vila Rica is 28.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 83.6% are physically inactive. 10.6% of residents report depression.

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People 4/10

Economy 4/13

Housing 3/17

Health 13/26

Crime & Safety 2/12

Climate & Environment 9/19

Community 4/14

Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 1/32

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Income: Vila Rica vs U.S.

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