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Bochil, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Bochil is a small city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 12,404. Elevation: 3,835 ft (1,169 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,404 Population
3,835 ft Elevation 1,169 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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

Population12,404
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population12,404
Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Coordinates16.9962°, -92.8947°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Bochil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bochil receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bochil has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Bochil enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Bochil has a population of 12,404. 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

12,404
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bochil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bochil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bochil is N/A. 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: Bochil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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

In Bochil, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: Bochil vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Bochil enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 30.9 inches. 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 3,835 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Coordinates16.9962°N, 92.8947°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 9.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.6 in
August 70°F (21°C) 8.8 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in

Bochil has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.4").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bochil

What is the population of Bochil?

Bochil has a population of 12,404 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 Bochil expensive to live in?

Bochil is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bochil?

Bochil enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Bochil?

The job market in Bochil is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bochil?

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

How healthy is Bochil?

The obesity rate in Bochil 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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