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Acaponeta, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Acaponeta is a small city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 19,140. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,140 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
50.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population19,140
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population19,140
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates22.4940°, -105.3637°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.0 inches (1,271 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is Acaponeta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acaponeta receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Acaponeta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Acaponeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Acaponeta has a population of 19,140. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 79.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,140
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Acaponeta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Acaponeta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acaponeta is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Acaponeta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Acaponeta, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 14.7% are current smokers. 6.0% report binge drinking. 83.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Acaponeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates22.4940°N, 105.3637°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
June 85°F (29°C) 3.8 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 12.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 14.1 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 11.3 in
October 83°F (28°C) 4.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Acaponeta has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 70°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.1") and April the driest (0.0").

21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Acaponeta

What is the population of Acaponeta?

Acaponeta has a population of 19,140 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Acaponeta expensive to live in?

Acaponeta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Acaponeta?

Acaponeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Acaponeta?

The job market in Acaponeta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Acaponeta?

21.4% of adults in Acaponeta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Acaponeta?

The obesity rate in Acaponeta is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 83.2% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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