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Atempa, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Atempa is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 643. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
643 Population
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 19.3% 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 19.3%
436% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population643
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment19.3%
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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population643
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates20.7557°, -98.4156°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Atempa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atempa receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Atempa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atempa is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.3%, unemployment is notably high. 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

Atempa 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

Atempa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Atempa has a population of 643. 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

643
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Atempa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Atempa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atempa 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 19.3% (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: Atempa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.3%
436% above 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 Atempa, 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: Atempa 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

Atempa 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, Atempa receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Atempa 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
Atempa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 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 1,421 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates20.7557°N, 98.4156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
February 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 10.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.9 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 69°F (21°C) 7.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Atempa has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 62°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and March the driest (1.9").

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 Atempa

What is the population of Atempa?

Atempa has a population of 643 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 Atempa expensive to live in?

Atempa 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 Atempa safe?

Atempa 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, Atempa receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Atempa?

Atempa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Atempa?

The job market in Atempa faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Atempa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Atempa?

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

How healthy is Atempa?

The obesity rate in Atempa 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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