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Cerro Moneda, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cerro Moneda is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 546. Elevation: 4,514 ft (1,376 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
546 Population
4,514 ft Elevation 1,376 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
76.7 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
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.6% 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 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population546
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.6%
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 Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population546
Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)
Coordinates17.0136°, -95.9188°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation76.7 inches (1,947 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Cerro Moneda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cerro Moneda 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cerro Moneda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cerro Moneda is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 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

Cerro Moneda 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

Cerro Moneda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cerro Moneda has a population of 546. 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

546
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cerro Moneda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cerro Moneda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cerro Moneda 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 2.6% (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: Cerro Moneda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% 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 Cerro Moneda, 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: Cerro Moneda 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

Cerro Moneda 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, Cerro Moneda receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Cerro Moneda 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
Cerro Moneda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 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 4,514 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.7 inches
102% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)
Coordinates17.0136°N, 95.9188°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 12.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 13.8 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 13.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 13.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in

Cerro Moneda has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 61°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (1.4").

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 Cerro Moneda

What is the population of Cerro Moneda?

Cerro Moneda has a population of 546 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 Cerro Moneda expensive to live in?

Cerro Moneda 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 Cerro Moneda safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cerro Moneda?

Cerro Moneda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cerro Moneda?

The job market in Cerro Moneda is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cerro Moneda?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Cerro Moneda?

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

How healthy is Cerro Moneda?

The obesity rate in Cerro Moneda 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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