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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).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
32,276 Population 7,872/sq mi density
6,588 ft Elevation 2,008 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population32,276
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density7,872/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population32,276
Population Density7,872 / sq mi
Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)
Coordinates20.2696°, -98.9438°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Actopan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Actopan 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. Actopan 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 2.7%. 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

Actopan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Actopan has a population of 32,276 with a density of 7,872 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger 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

32,276
Total Population
7,872
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Actopan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Actopan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Actopan is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (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: Actopan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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 Actopan, 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: Actopan 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

Actopan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches (drier 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 6,588 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density7,872/sq mi
Coordinates20.2696°N, 98.9438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

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").

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

Population Density7,872/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently 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. The median age of residents is 29.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Actopan expensive to live in?

Actopan 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Actopan?

The job market in Actopan is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Actopan?

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

How healthy is Actopan?

The obesity rate in Actopan 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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