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Cantera Sur, Mexico

Guanajuato · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cantera Sur is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 925. Elevation: 6,900 ft (2,103 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
925 Population
6,900 ft Elevation 2,103 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
25.0 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, 1.3% 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 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population925
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.3%
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation6,900 ft (2,103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population925
Elevation6,900 ft (2,103 m)
Coordinates21.2889°, -101.2758°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (634 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Cantera Sur a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cantera Sur is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 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

Cantera Sur 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

Cantera Sur enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cantera Sur has a population of 925. 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

925
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cantera Sur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cantera Sur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cantera Sur 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 1.3% (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: Cantera Sur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% 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 Cantera Sur, 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: Cantera Sur 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

Cantera Sur 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, Cantera Sur receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Cantera Sur 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
Cantera Sur enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 25.0 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 6,900 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,900 ft (2,103 m)
Coordinates21.2889°N, 101.2758°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.7 in Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Cantera Sur has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 53°F in January to 67°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and March 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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cantera Sur

What is the population of Cantera Sur?

Cantera Sur has a population of 925 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 Cantera Sur expensive to live in?

Cantera Sur 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 Cantera Sur safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cantera Sur?

Cantera Sur enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cantera Sur?

The job market in Cantera Sur is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cantera Sur?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Cantera Sur?

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

How healthy is Cantera Sur?

The obesity rate in Cantera Sur 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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