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Agua Fría, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Agua Fría is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 506. Elevation: 6,316 ft (1,925 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
506 Population
6,316 ft Elevation 1,925 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 0.5% 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 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population506
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.5%
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation6,316 ft (1,925 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population506
Elevation6,316 ft (1,925 m)
Coordinates18.8624°, -99.8752°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,315 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Agua Fría a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agua Fría receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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 Fría has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Agua Fría is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 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 Fría 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 Fría enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Agua Fría has a population of 506. 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

506
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Agua Fría vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Agua Fría vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agua Fría 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 0.5% (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 Fría vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% 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 Fría, 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 Fría 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 Fría 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 Fría receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Agua Fría 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 Fría enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 51.8 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 6,316 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,316 ft (1,925 m)
Coordinates18.8624°N, 99.8752°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest
June 61°F (16°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 60°F (15°C) 8.4 in
August 60°F (15°C) 8.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 8.7 in
October 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Agua Fría has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 52°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and February the driest (0.5").

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 Fría

What is the population of Agua Fría?

Agua Fría has a population of 506 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 Agua Fría expensive to live in?

Agua Fría 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 Fría safe?

Agua Fría 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 Fría receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Agua Fría?

Agua Fría enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Agua Fría?

The job market in Agua Fría is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Agua Fría?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Agua Fría?

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

How healthy is Agua Fría?

The obesity rate in Agua Fría 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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