Arroyo de Lajas, Mexico — City Data & Statistics

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 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population906

Median Age42.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty2.3%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent25/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.7%

Depression2.6%

Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain31.5 in/yr

Sunny Days279/yr

Elevation8,816 ft (2,687 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	906
Elevation	8,816 ft (2,687 m)
Coordinates	25.9419°, -106.2979°
Timezone	America/Monterrey
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Durango
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	42.0 years

Is Arroyo de Lajas a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arroyo de Lajas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Arroyo de Lajas 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

Arroyo de Lajas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Arroyo de Lajas has a population of 906. 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

906

Total Population

42.0yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arroyo de Lajas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Arroyo de Lajas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arroyo de Lajas 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 5.0% (above 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: Arroyo de Lajas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	54.20 (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-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%

Property Tax

In Arroyo de Lajas, 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: Arroyo de Lajas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	16.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
COPD	15.5%
Kidney Disease	22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.0%
Physical Inactivity	83.2%
Depression	2.6%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Premature Death	163/100K

Food & Exercise

Arroyo de Lajas 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, Arroyo de Lajas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Arroyo de Lajas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.9/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	24.9/100K
	295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

Arroyo de Lajas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. 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 8,816 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	49.8°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.5 inches
	17% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	8,816 ft (2,687 m)
Coordinates	25.9419°N, 106.2979°W
Timezone	America/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (5°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	42°F (5°C)	0.6 in
March	45°F (7°C)	0.4 in
April	49°F (10°C)	0.4 in	Driest
May	54°F (12°C)	0.7 in
June	58°F (15°C)	3.2 in
July	58°F (15°C)	7.0 in	Warmest
August	58°F (14°C)	7.3 in	Wettest
September	56°F (13°C)	5.7 in
October	51°F (11°C)	2.1 in
November	45°F (7°C)	1.2 in
December	41°F (5°C)	1.6 in

Arroyo de Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.3") and April the driest (0.4").

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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Arroyo de Lajas

What is the population of Arroyo de Lajas?

Arroyo de Lajas has a population of 906 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 Arroyo de Lajas expensive to live in?

Arroyo de Lajas 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 Arroyo de Lajas safe?

Arroyo de Lajas 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, Arroyo de Lajas receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Arroyo de Lajas?

Arroyo de Lajas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Arroyo de Lajas?

The unemployment rate in Arroyo de Lajas is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Arroyo de Lajas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Arroyo de Lajas?

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

How healthy is Arroyo de Lajas?

The obesity rate in Arroyo de Lajas 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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