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Willemstad, Curacao

🇨🇼 Curacao

Willemstad is a large city in Curacao with a population of 125,000. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
125,000 Population 2,248/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
22.6 in Annual Rain
America / Curacao 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population125,000
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density2,248/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,218
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population125,000
Population Density2,248 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates12.1225°, -68.8864°
TimezoneAmerica/Curacao
Country🇨🇼 Curacao
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (574 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Willemstad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willemstad receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Willemstad has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Willemstad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Willemstad has a population of 125,000 with a density of 2,248 people per square mile, spread across 55.6 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

125,000
Total Population
2,248
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
55.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Willemstad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Willemstad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willemstad is N/A. Per capita income is $21,218 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 69.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Willemstad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,218

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living69.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Willemstad, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Willemstad vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Willemstad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area55.6 sq mi (144.0 km²)
Population Density2,248/sq mi
Coordinates12.1225°N, 68.8864°W
TimezoneAmerica/Curacao

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 1.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 1.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
August 84°F (29°C) 1.4 in
September 84°F (29°C) 1.4 in Warmest
October 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
November 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in

Willemstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 80°F in January to 84°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (0.6").

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. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,248/sq mi
Total Area55.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Willemstad

What is the population of Willemstad?

Willemstad has a population of 125,000 residents and is located in Curacao. The population density is 2,248 people per square mile, spread across 55.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Willemstad expensive to live in?

Willemstad is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 69.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Willemstad?

Willemstad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Willemstad?

Willemstad has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Willemstad?

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

How healthy is Willemstad?

The obesity rate in Willemstad is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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