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Calpulalpan, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Calpulalpan is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 899. Elevation: 7,402 ft (2,256 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
899 Population
7,402 ft Elevation 2,256 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
17.3 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, 0.7% 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 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population899
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.7%
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation7,402 ft (2,256 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population899
Elevation7,402 ft (2,256 m)
Coordinates19.7175°, -97.2803°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation17.3 inches (440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Calpulalpan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calpulalpan is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 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

Calpulalpan 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

Calpulalpan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 355 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Calpulalpan has a population of 899. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

899
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Calpulalpan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Calpulalpan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calpulalpan 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 0.7% (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: Calpulalpan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% 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 Calpulalpan, 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: Calpulalpan 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

Calpulalpan 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, Calpulalpan receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Calpulalpan 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
Calpulalpan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 17.3 inches (drier 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 7,402 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,402 ft (2,256 m)
Coordinates19.7175°N, 97.2803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 6.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 5.5 in
August 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 8.2 in Wettest
October 58°F (15°C) 4.7 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in

Calpulalpan has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 53°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (1.3").

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 Calpulalpan

What is the population of Calpulalpan?

Calpulalpan has a population of 899 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Calpulalpan expensive to live in?

Calpulalpan 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 Calpulalpan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Calpulalpan?

Calpulalpan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Calpulalpan?

The job market in Calpulalpan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Calpulalpan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Calpulalpan?

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

How healthy is Calpulalpan?

The obesity rate in Calpulalpan 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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