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Cal y Mayor, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cal y Mayor is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 543. Elevation: 2,490 ft (759 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
543 Population
2,490 ft Elevation 759 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% 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 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population543
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population543
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Coordinates16.9619°, -94.0158°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Cal y Mayor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cal y Mayor receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cal y Mayor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cal y Mayor is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 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.

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

Cal y Mayor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cal y Mayor has a population of 543. 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

543
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cal y Mayor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cal y Mayor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cal y Mayor 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 1.5% (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: Cal y Mayor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% 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 Cal y Mayor, 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: Cal y Mayor 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

Cal y Mayor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 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 2,490 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Coordinates16.9619°N, 94.0158°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in Driest
May 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
July 74°F (24°C) 6.7 in
August 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in

Cal y Mayor has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.6") and April the driest (1.0").

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 Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cal y Mayor

What is the population of Cal y Mayor?

Cal y Mayor has a population of 543 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 Cal y Mayor expensive to live in?

Cal y Mayor 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.

What is the weather like in Cal y Mayor?

Cal y Mayor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cal y Mayor?

The job market in Cal y Mayor is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cal y Mayor?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Cal y Mayor?

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

How healthy is Cal y Mayor?

The obesity rate in Cal y Mayor 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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