Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
18K
Population
114 Mbps
Internet
America/Tegucigalpa
Timezone
XPL (9km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz, is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. Its metropolitan area, which includes the neighboring city of El Alto, and other smaller towns, is the second most populous urban area in Bolivia, with a population of 2.2 million, a...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Honduras
Region
Central America
Population
18K
Timezone
America/Tegucigalpa
Language
Spanish
Airport
XPL
GPS
14.32, -87.68
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 114 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Travel
XPL airport just 9 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 25C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
263 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
9
Cafes
19
Bars
3
Fast Food
17
Shopping
Supermarkets
5
Convenience
12
Shopping Malls
5
Healthcare
Hospitals
4
Clinics
11
Pharmacies
5
Education
Schools
43
Universities
9
Libraries
2
Recreation
Parks
26
Playgrounds
2
Sports
12
Cinemas
1
Museums
1
Transport
Bus Stops
6
Train Stations
3
Fuel Stations
14
Services
Banks
3
ATMs
6
Post Offices
1
Police
2
Fire Stations
1
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
114 Mbps
Download
98 Mbps
Upload
9ms
Latency
2,000
Tests
547
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
24°
J
24°
F
25°
M
25°
A
25°
M
25°
J
25°
J
25°
A
25°
S
25°
O
25°
N
24°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 24.8 C Range: 24.2 - 25.3 C Rain: 990 mm/year Sunshine: 3,670 h/year
CITY SCORES
93.3
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
47.4
Overall
AIRPORT
XPL
Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base
9 km from center
Very close — ~14 min ride
FUN FACTS
Its metropolitan area, which includes the neighboring city of El Alto, and other smaller towns, is the second most populous urban area in Bolivia, with a population of 2.2 million, after Santa Cruz de la Sierra with a population of 2.3 million.
Located in west-central Bolivia 68 km (42 mi) southeast of Lake Titicaca, La Paz is set in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River.
It is in a bowl-like depression, part of the Amazon basin, surrounded by the high mountains of the Altiplano.
At an elevation of roughly 3,650 m (11,975 ft) above sea level, La Paz is the highest administrative capital city in the world.
La Paz was under Spanish colonial rule as part of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, before Bolivia gained independence.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is La Paz known for?
La Paz is a city in Honduras. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in La Paz?
La Paz has an average download speed of 114 Mbps and upload speed of 98 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in La Paz?
La Paz has an average year-round temperature of approximately 24.8 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves La Paz?
La Paz is served by XPL (Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base), approximately 9 km from the city center.
What is the population of La Paz?
The population of La Paz is approximately 18K.
What infrastructure does La Paz have?
La Paz has 263 mapped points of interest, including 9 restaurants, 4 hospitals, 43 schools.
What country is La Paz in?
La Paz is located in Honduras.
