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Agua Escondida, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Agua Escondida is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 832. Elevation: 8,848 ft (2,697 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
832 Population
8,848 ft Elevation 2,697 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
59.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population832
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.9 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation8,848 ft (2,697 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population832
Elevation8,848 ft (2,697 m)
Coordinates18.9747°, -97.2003°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation59.9 inches (1,521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Agua Escondida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agua Escondida receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Agua Escondida has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Agua Escondida is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Agua Escondida is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Agua Escondida enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Agua Escondida has a population of 832. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

832
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Agua Escondida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Agua Escondida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agua Escondida is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (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: Agua Escondida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% 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

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Agua Escondida, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 16.3% of residents, above the national average. 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). 5.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Agua Escondida vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease16.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
COPD15.5%
Kidney Disease22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Premature Death163/100K

Food & Exercise

Agua Escondida has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Agua Escondida receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Agua Escondida vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Agua Escondida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 59.9 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 8,848 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.9 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation8,848 ft (2,697 m)
Coordinates18.9747°N, 97.2003°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
February 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 6.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 6.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 1.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.0 in Coldest

Agua Escondida has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 48°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (0.8").

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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Agua Escondida

What is the population of Agua Escondida?

Agua Escondida has a population of 832 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Agua Escondida expensive to live in?

Agua Escondida is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Agua Escondida safe?

Agua Escondida is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Agua Escondida receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Agua Escondida?

Agua Escondida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Agua Escondida?

Agua Escondida has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Agua Escondida?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Agua Escondida?

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

How healthy is Agua Escondida?

The obesity rate in Agua Escondida 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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