Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical), 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 2.7%

26% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population795

Median Age29.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment2.7%

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 Temp82°F (28°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain53.4 in/yr

Sunny Days239/yr

Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	795
Elevation	43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates	14.6408°, -92.3019°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Chiapas
Average Temperature	82°F (28°C)
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation	53.4 inches (1,356 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	29.3 years

Is Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a population of 795. 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

795

Total Population

29.3yrs

Median Age

25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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 2.7% (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: Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	26% below 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 Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical), 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: Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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, Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	82.1°F
	52% above US avg
January Average	80°F (27°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.4 inches
	41% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates	14.6408°N, 92.3019°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	80°F (27°C)	0.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	81°F (27°C)	0.1 in
March	82°F (28°C)	0.4 in
April	84°F (29°C)	1.5 in	Warmest
May	84°F (29°C)	5.7 in
June	83°F (28°C)	9.8 in
July	83°F (28°C)	7.3 in
August	83°F (28°C)	7.8 in
September	82°F (28°C)	12.1 in	Wettest
October	82°F (28°C)	6.8 in
November	82°F (28°C)	1.5 in
December	81°F (27°C)	0.3 in

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 80°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") and January the driest (0.0").

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 Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)

What is the population of Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a population of 795 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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 Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) expensive to live in?

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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 Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) safe?

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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, Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

The job market in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

21.4% of adults in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical)?

The obesity rate in Barra de Cahoacán (El Chical) 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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