Barrio la Cuesta, 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 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population878

Median Age42.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment2.1%

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 Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain42.1 in/yr

Sunny Days353/yr

Elevation8,789 ft (2,679 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	878
Elevation	8,789 ft (2,679 m)
Coordinates	19.4947°, -99.3364°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	México
Average Temperature	49°F (9°C)
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation	42.1 inches (1,069 mm)
Annual Snowfall	1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	42.0 years

Is Barrio la Cuesta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrio la Cuesta 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. Barrio la Cuesta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrio la Cuesta is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 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

Barrio la Cuesta 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

Barrio la Cuesta 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.

Barrio la Cuesta has a population of 878. 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

878

Total Population

42.0yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrio la Cuesta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Barrio la Cuesta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrio la Cuesta 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 2.1% (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: Barrio la Cuesta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% 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 Barrio la Cuesta, 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: Barrio la Cuesta 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

Barrio la Cuesta 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, Barrio la Cuesta receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Barrio la Cuesta 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

Barrio la Cuesta 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 8,789 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)

Annual Average	48.7°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days	353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.1 inches
	11% above US avg
Snowfall	1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	8,789 ft (2,679 m)
Coordinates	19.4947°N, 99.3364°W
Timezone	America/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

Barrio la Cuesta 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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Barrio la Cuesta

What is the population of Barrio la Cuesta?

Barrio la Cuesta has a population of 878 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 Barrio la Cuesta expensive to live in?

Barrio la Cuesta 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 Barrio la Cuesta safe?

Barrio la Cuesta 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, Barrio la Cuesta receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Barrio la Cuesta?

Barrio la Cuesta 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 Barrio la Cuesta?

The job market in Barrio la Cuesta is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barrio la Cuesta?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Barrio la Cuesta?

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

How healthy is Barrio la Cuesta?

The obesity rate in Barrio la Cuesta 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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