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Ajalpan, Mexico
Puebla · Mexico
Ajalpan is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 28,031. Elevation: 4,012 ft (1,223 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ajalpan
Ajalpan is a city in the southeastern part of the Mexican state of Puebla. With a latitude of 18.370003 and a longitude of -97.2499466, Ajalpan lies near the northern border of the adjacent state of Oaxaca, and is the municipal seat of the municipality of Ajalpan, which surrounds it.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 28,031 |
| Population Density | 124 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,012 ft (1,223 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.3791°, -97.2587° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Puebla |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.6 inches (346 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ajalpan
Ajalpan is a small city in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 28,031. The city sits at an elevation of 4,012 feet (1,223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Ajalpan vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 897 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Ajalpan
Ajalpan has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is May (20.4°C), the coldest is Dec (13.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 880 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,012 ft (1,223 m) |
| Area | 226.8 sq mi (587.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.3791°N, 97.2587°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 72 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 86 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 124 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 146 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 153 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 161 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in |
Ajalpan has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.7") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Ajalpan
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Montessori | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ajalpan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| W RADIO 104.5 (Córdoba) - 104.5 FM - XHEVC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Córdoba, Veracruz | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ajalpan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Casa de Adobe | ||||
| Evolutions museum | ||||
| Evolutions museum | ||||
| Museo de Sitio de Tehuacán | ||||
| Museo de Sitio de Tehuacán | ||||
| Museo del Agua | ||||
| Museo del Agua |
Libraries in Ajalpan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivo historico Tehuacán | 0.0 | |||||
| Archivo historico Tehuacán | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca histórica y museo de Ajalpan, José Gomez Manrique | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Ajalpan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ajalpan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajalpan | |||||
| La Purisima | |||||
| Lic. Benito Juarez | |||||
| Mercado 16 de Marzo | |||||
| Mercado Amador Hernandez El portillo | |||||
| Mercado Amador Hernandez El portillo | |||||
| Mercado de Guajolotes | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Cafes in Ajalpan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ajalpan
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ajalpan
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ajalpan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ajalpan
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | - | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ajalpan
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Independencia | ||
| CLINICA OFTALMOLOGICA LA LUZ TEHUACAN | ||
| CLINICA OFTALMOLOGICA LA LUZ TEHUACAN | ||
| MEDICAL CENTER |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ajalpan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| capilla | |
| Capilla De Nuestro Sr. De Coculco | |
| Parroquia San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Ajalpan?
Ajalpan has a population of 28,031 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 226.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ajalpan?
Ajalpan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.6 inches.
How is the job market in Ajalpan?
The job market in Ajalpan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 897 business establishments in the area.