Barbacoas
8.2
Lower score (below 6)
Remote Pacific coast municipality accessible primarily by river from Tumaco, historically one of the most conflict-affected areas in Colombia due to FARC dissident and ELN presence controlling the Telembí coca corridor. The town has a majority Afro-Colombian population and a gold mining history but the security situation makes it genuinely dangerous for an identifiable outsider. Social opportunity does not offset the physical risk here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Barbacoas, Nariño?
$5k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Barbacoas, Nariño?
Women marry at 22
How common is a college degree in Barbacoas, Nariño?
21% men have degree
What's the average male height in Barbacoas, Nariño?
171 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Barbacoas, Nariño?
Local women avg 26.5