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Ayutuxtepeque, El Salvador

San Salvador Department · 🇸🇻 El Salvador

Ayutuxtepeque is a small city in San Salvador Department, El Salvador with a population of 25,426. Elevation: 2,333 ft (711 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
25,426 Population 7,823/sq mi density
2,333 ft Elevation 711 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / El Salvador Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

People

Population25,426
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density7,823/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,365
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty4.6%

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI22 (Good)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband67.7%
Population25,426
Population Density7,823 / sq mi
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Coordinates13.7354°, -89.2022°
TimezoneAmerica/El_Salvador
Country🇸🇻 El Salvador
State / ProvinceSan Salvador Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.7 years

Is Ayutuxtepeque a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ayutuxtepeque receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Ayutuxtepeque faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ayutuxtepeque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Ayutuxtepeque has a population of 25,426 with a density of 7,823 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. 13.8% of residents have a disability. 79.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,426
Total Population
7,823
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ayutuxtepeque vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ayutuxtepeque vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ayutuxtepeque is N/A. Per capita income is $5,365 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ayutuxtepeque vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ayutuxtepeque, 30.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 32.7% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.4% report binge drinking. 86.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure32.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.4%
Physical Inactivity86.1%
Depression3.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Ayutuxtepeque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.3 inches
96% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median22.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.6%

Geography

Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density7,823/sq mi
Coordinates13.7354°N, 89.2022°W
TimezoneAmerica/El_Salvador

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in Warmest
May 75°F (24°C) 7.3 in
June 73°F (23°C) 13.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 12.7 in
August 73°F (23°C) 12.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 14.8 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 9.4 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Ayutuxtepeque has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 70°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.8") and February the driest (0.1").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 67.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,823/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ayutuxtepeque

What is the population of Ayutuxtepeque?

Ayutuxtepeque has a population of 25,426 residents and is located in El Salvador. The population density is 7,823 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Ayutuxtepeque expensive to live in?

Ayutuxtepeque is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ayutuxtepeque?

Ayutuxtepeque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 22.

How is the job market in Ayutuxtepeque?

Ayutuxtepeque has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ayutuxtepeque?

10.0% of adults in Ayutuxtepeque hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ayutuxtepeque?

The obesity rate in Ayutuxtepeque is 30.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 86.1% are physically inactive. 3.1% of residents report depression.

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