Actopan, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
Actopan is a mid-size city in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 32,276. Elevation: 6,588 ft (2,008 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 32,276 |
| Population Density | 7,872 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,588 ft (2,008 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2696°, -98.9438° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.4 inches (569 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Actopan
Actopan is a mid-size city in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 32,276. The city sits at an elevation of 6,588 feet (2,008 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Actopan vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,033 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Actopan
Actopan has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 469 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,588 ft (2,008 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2696°N, 98.9438°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (110 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 134 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 143 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 155 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 167 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 169 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
Actopan has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 56°F in December to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Actopan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Occidente del Estado de Hidalgo (ITSOEH) | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Actopan
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBTIS Nº 83 | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Centro Escolar 1940 | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Las Rosas | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Efren Rebolledo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rodolfo Neri Vela | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Niños Héroes | - | - | - | - |
| Preparatoria Justo Sierra | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria Miguel Hidalgo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Actopan
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Actopan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajolotario Miquiztli Xolotl | ||||
| Archivo Historico y Museo de Mineria, Asociación Civil | ||||
| Casa de Cultura Pachuca | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Centro Cultural Bicentenario | ||||
| Centro Cultural del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Espacio Cultural Comunitario | ||||
| Foro cultural Efren Rebolledo | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de Arte Virreinal | ||||
| Museo de la Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de la Labranza | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo El Rehilete | ||||
| Museo Municipal Santiago de Anaya | ||||
| Salon de la Fama del Futbol |
Libraries in Actopan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivo General del Estado de Hidalgo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escolar | 0.0 | |||||
| biblioteca ixcuinquitlapilco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Progreso de O. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Edificio IV | 0.0 | |||||
| Efren Rebolledo | 0.0 | |||||
| Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| UAEH Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Actopan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado 20 de noviembre | |||||
| Mercado 8 De Julio | |||||
| Mercado Aquiles Serdán | |||||
| Mercado Barreteros | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de flores | |||||
| Mercado del Pueblo | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado Genaro Guzmán Mayer | |||||
| Mercado Juan C. Doria | |||||
| Mercado Las fuentes | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Revolución | |||||
| Mercado Sonorita | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Plaza El Parian | |||||
| tianguis de autos |
Hotels in Actopan
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Actopan
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Actopan
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Actopan
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Actopan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Actopan
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Actopan
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Actopan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Actopan
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Actopan
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Actopan
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Actopan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Actopan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | - | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Actopan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de México | |
| Estafeta |
Treatment Centers in Actopan
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BUENA VOLUNTAD PACHUCA | ||
| CRIH Hidalgo | ||
| Neuròticos anonimos | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Actopan
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Altar Virgen Taxistas | |
| Antigua iglesia de la cruz | |
| Capilla Abierta | |
| Comunidad Evangelica del valle | |
| Iglesia De Jesucristo De Los Santos De Los Ultimos Dias | |
| iglesia Metodista | |
| Nueva glesia de la cruz | |
| San Nicolás Tolentino | |
| TEMPLO ESPIRITUALISTA LA BARCA DE NOE |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Actopan
What is the population of Actopan?
Actopan has a population of 32,276 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7,872 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Actopan?
Actopan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches.
How is the job market in Actopan?
The job market in Actopan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,033 business establishments in the area.
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