Cáceres
8.3
High score (8-10) · Your profile
Cáceres sits in the Bajo Cauca region and is one of the main gold producing municipalities in Colombia — the alluvial gold economy creates real local wealth and a transient population that keeps the town more economically active than its rural surroundings would suggest. The Bajo Cauca has a rough-and-ready frontier character.
Mid score (6-8)
Cáceres has the infrastructure of a regional mining service town — hotels, restaurants, and commerce — but the Bajo Cauca region has significant organized crime presence related to both gold and drug trafficking. The social dynamics are shaped by that reality.
Lower score (below 6)
The Bajo Cauca where Cáceres is located remains one of the most contested regions in Colombia between armed groups. Cáceres specifically has had significant violence related to gold and coca. Not a place for a foreign man without professional reasons and security protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Cáceres, Antioquia?
$5k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Cáceres, Antioquia?
Women marry at 22
How common is a college degree in Cáceres, Antioquia?
20% men have degree
What's the average male height in Cáceres, Antioquia?
169 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Cáceres, Antioquia?
Local women avg 26.5