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Barra de Palmas, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Barra de Palmas is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 558. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
558 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
69.0 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
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.8% 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 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population558
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.8%
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population558
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates20.1610°, -96.7277°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation69.0 inches (1,752 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Barra de Palmas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barra de Palmas 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. Barra de Palmas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barra de Palmas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 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 Palmas 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 Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Barra de Palmas has a population of 558. 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

558
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barra de Palmas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barra de Palmas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barra de Palmas 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 1.8% (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 Palmas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% 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 Barra de Palmas, 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 Palmas 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

Barra de Palmas 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 Palmas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Barra de Palmas 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
Barra de Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.0 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates20.1610°N, 96.7277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
September 80°F (26°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 8.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in

Barra de Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 67°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (2.8").

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 Barra de Palmas

What is the population of Barra de Palmas?

Barra de Palmas has a population of 558 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 Barra de Palmas expensive to live in?

Barra de Palmas 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 Palmas safe?

Barra de Palmas 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 Palmas receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Barra de Palmas?

Barra de Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Barra de Palmas?

The job market in Barra de Palmas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barra de Palmas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Barra de Palmas?

21.4% of adults in Barra de Palmas 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 Palmas?

The obesity rate in Barra de Palmas 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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