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Atequiza, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Atequiza is a small city in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 6,498. Elevation: 5,121 ft (1,561 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,498 Population 6,699/sq mi density
5,121 ft Elevation 1,561 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
21.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population6,498
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density6,699/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population6,498
Population Density6,699 / sq mi
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Coordinates20.3952°, -103.1388°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Atequiza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atequiza receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Atequiza has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Atequiza enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Atequiza has a population of 6,498 with a density of 6,699 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% 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

6,498
Total Population
6,699
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Atequiza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Atequiza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atequiza is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (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: Atequiza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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

In Atequiza, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: Atequiza vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Atequiza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 21.1 inches (drier 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 5,121 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density6,699/sq mi
Coordinates20.3952°N, 103.1388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 7.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 5.8 in
October 67°F (20°C) 2.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in

Atequiza has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 61°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and March the driest (0.1").

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

Population Density6,699/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Atequiza

What is the population of Atequiza?

Atequiza has a population of 6,498 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6,699 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Atequiza expensive to live in?

Atequiza is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Atequiza?

Atequiza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Atequiza?

The job market in Atequiza is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Atequiza?

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

How healthy is Atequiza?

The obesity rate in Atequiza 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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