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Chilapa, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Chilapa is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 1,953. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,953 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
54.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population1,953
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,953
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates22.0314°, -105.2306°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation54.2 inches (1,377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Chilapa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chilapa receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Chilapa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Chilapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Chilapa has a population of 1,953. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% 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

1,953
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chilapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chilapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chilapa is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (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: Chilapa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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

In Chilapa, 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: Chilapa 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

Chilapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 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 69 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates22.0314°N, 105.2306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
June 85°F (29°C) 4.6 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 13.9 in
August 83°F (29°C) 16.1 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 12.5 in
October 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in
December 74°F (24°C) 0.8 in

Chilapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 72°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.1") and March the driest (0.0").

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 Chilapa

What is the population of Chilapa?

Chilapa has a population of 1,953 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 29.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Chilapa expensive to live in?

Chilapa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Chilapa?

Chilapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Chilapa?

The job market in Chilapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Chilapa?

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

How healthy is Chilapa?

The obesity rate in Chilapa 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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