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Barranca Grande, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Barranca Grande is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 904. Elevation: 8,888 ft (2,709 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
904 Population
8,888 ft Elevation 2,709 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
42.1 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, 2.2% 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 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population904
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.2%
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 Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation8,888 ft (2,709 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population904
Elevation8,888 ft (2,709 m)
Coordinates19.3853°, -99.4761°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,069 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Barranca Grande a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barranca Grande 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. Barranca Grande has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barranca Grande is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 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

Barranca Grande 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

Barranca Grande experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Barranca Grande has a population of 904. 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

904
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barranca Grande vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barranca Grande vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barranca Grande 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 2.2% (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: Barranca Grande vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% 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 Barranca Grande, 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: Barranca Grande 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

Barranca Grande 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, Barranca Grande receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Barranca Grande 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
Barranca Grande experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 42.1 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. 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 8,888 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation8,888 ft (2,709 m)
Coordinates19.3853°N, 99.4761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 7.2 in Warmest
July 50°F (10°C) 8.3 in Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 7.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 6.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in

Barranca Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 44°F in January to 57°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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 Barranca Grande

What is the population of Barranca Grande?

Barranca Grande has a population of 904 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 Barranca Grande expensive to live in?

Barranca Grande 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 Barranca Grande safe?

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

What is the weather like in Barranca Grande?

Barranca Grande has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Barranca Grande?

The job market in Barranca Grande is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barranca Grande?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Barranca Grande?

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

How healthy is Barranca Grande?

The obesity rate in Barranca Grande 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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