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Caopas, Mexico

Zacatecas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Caopas is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 658. Elevation: 6,617 ft (2,017 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
658 Population
6,617 ft Elevation 2,017 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 3.5% 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 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population658
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment3.5%
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population658
Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)
Coordinates24.7830°, -102.1726°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation13.9 inches (353 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Caopas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caopas receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Caopas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caopas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Caopas 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

Caopas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Caopas has a population of 658. 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

658
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Caopas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Caopas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caopas 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 3.5% (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: Caopas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% 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 Caopas, 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: Caopas 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

Caopas 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, Caopas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Caopas 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
Caopas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.9 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 6,617 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)
Coordinates24.7830°N, 102.1726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Caopas has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 54°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and March the driest (0.2").

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 Caopas

What is the population of Caopas?

Caopas has a population of 658 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 Caopas expensive to live in?

Caopas 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 Caopas safe?

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

What is the weather like in Caopas?

Caopas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Caopas?

Caopas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Caopas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Caopas?

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

How healthy is Caopas?

The obesity rate in Caopas 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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