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Bachajón, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Bachajón is a small city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 5,063. Elevation: 3,002 ft (915 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,063 Population
3,002 ft Elevation 915 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
83.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.5% 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 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population5,063
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.5%
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain83.3 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population5,063
Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)
Coordinates17.0396°, -92.1899°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation83.3 inches (2,116 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Bachajón a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bachajón receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bachajón has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bachajón is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 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

Bachajón 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

Bachajón enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 188 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Bachajón has a population of 5,063. 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

5,063
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bachajón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bachajón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bachajón 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 2.5% (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: Bachajón vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% 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

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 Bachajón, 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: Bachajón 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

Bachajón 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, Bachajón receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Bachajón 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
Bachajón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.3 inches (wetter 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 3,002 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.3 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)
Coordinates17.0396°N, 92.1899°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 11.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 9.1 in
August 72°F (22°C) 10.9 in
September 72°F (22°C) 14.3 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 10.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in

Bachajón has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 65°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 83.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and March the driest (2.5").

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 Bachajón

What is the population of Bachajón?

Bachajón has a population of 5,063 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 Bachajón expensive to live in?

Bachajón 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 Bachajón safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bachajón?

Bachajón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Bachajón?

The job market in Bachajón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bachajón?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Bachajón?

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

How healthy is Bachajón?

The obesity rate in Bachajón 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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