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Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz is a small city in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 11,523. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,523 Population 70/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey 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, 1.8% 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

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Full City Profile
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 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population11,523
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
Ownership66.4%

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population11,523
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates26.2318°, -98.5965°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (556 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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. Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 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

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a population of 11,523 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 163.8 square miles. 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

11,523
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
163.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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 1.8% (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: Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% 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). 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.4%
Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, 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: Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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, Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 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 148 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area163.8 sq mi (424.3 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates26.2318°N, 98.5965°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
42% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.55"

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 128 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 145 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 99 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 135 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 104 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 117 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 119 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 103 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 119 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 103 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 104 km
Aug 30, 2016 11 km N of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.6 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Hanna (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Hanna Category 1 72 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 243 km
2010 Alex Category 2 237 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 85 km
2005 Emily Category 3 137 km
2003 Erika Category 1 152 km
1999 Bret Category 4 108 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 183 km
1983 Barry Category 1 144 km
1980 Allen Category 4 72 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNS RANCH FIRE (58,395 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BURNS RANCH FIRE 58,395 64 km
2021 KING 9,793 91 km
2022 VIB 7,817 94 km
2017 HOPPER 7,150 97 km
2022 BLANKET 5,823 96 km
2008 ENCINO 3,979 87 km
2021 NORTH JONES 3,541 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,389 69 km
2011 KING RANCH 3,075 97 km
2008 JONES RANCH 2,998 72 km
2005 2686 2,979 64 km
2009 HOPPER 2,929 95 km
2021 JONES 2,178 83 km
2010 ENCINITOS RANCH 1,967 64 km
2022 755 1,846 88 km
2011 ENCINITOS 1,748 67 km
2009 STILLMAN 1,466 83 km
2023 ELECTRIC SLIDE 1,410 89 km
2008 SAN RAFAEL RANCH 1,407 66 km
2005 BORREGO 1,392 69 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
May 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
June 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
July 86°F (30°C) 1.7 in
August 86°F (30°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 58°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (0.6").

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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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area163.8 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ARROBA FM 95.3 (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas 95.3 fm, @fm MP3
DIGITAL 101.5 (Reynosa) - 101.5 FM - XHAVO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas 101.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Lupe (Reynosa) - 89.1 FM - XHCAO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas 89.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Poderosa (Reynosa) - 103.3 FM - XHRKS-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Reynosa, Tamaulipas 103.3 fm, américa MP3
Arroba FM (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas 95.3 fm, @fm MP3
Fuego 98.9 (US) latin pop, latino MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 93.9 (US) — MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 92.1 (US) — AAC+ 64 kbps
La Suavecita 105.9 FM (US) regional mexican AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RIO GRANDE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY591 E CANALES BROS ST0.017,011
PENITAS PUBLIC LIBRARY1111 S MAIN ST0.012,612

Cell Towers in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1350 S. EMBASSY ROADGTOWER150
OFF HWY 755 (78123)GTOWER118
OFF HWY 755 (78123)GTOWER118
6486 East Highway 83LTOWER95
(Citrus City site) 6551 N. Abram RdTOWER91
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221 (64612)GTOWER81
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221 (64612)GTOWER81
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221TOWER81
(McCook site) Rt 13 Box 196 ATOWER70
FARM MARKET 2360 9 MILE SOUTH OF US 83 (78128)LTOWER57
FARM MARKET 2360 9 MILE SOUTH OF US 83 (78128)LTOWER57

Airports Near Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Lucio Blanco International AirportREXMedium Airport
McAllen Miller International AirportMFEMedium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport—Small Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bennack Flying Services Airport—Small Airport
BFS West Airport—Small Airport
Borregos Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bravo Airport—Small Airport
Chapeño Airport—Small Airport
Diamond O Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Coyote Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Huizache Airport—Small Airport
El Nejo Airstrip—Small Airport
El Retorno Airport—Small Airport
Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport—Small Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport—Small Airport
Gross Private Airport—Small Airport
Kilo Airport—Small Airport
Las Gemelas Airport—Small Airport
Los Fresnos Airport—Small Airport
Mid Valley Airport—Small Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport—Small Airport
Moore Field—Small Airport
Norman & White Airport—Small Airport
Old Reb Airport—Small Airport
Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark—Small Airport
Potrerillos Airstrip—Small Airport
Rancho El Gato Airport—Small Airport
Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán Aerodrome—Small Airport
Ranchos Las Islas Airport—Small Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Rowland Dusters Airport—Small Airport
San Jose de los Llanitos Airport—Small Airport
San Rafael Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Skalitsky Airport—Small Airport
South Texas International at Edinburg Airport—Small Airport
Star K Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Venecia Airport—Small Airport
Zapata County Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz

What is the population of Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a population of 11,523 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 163.8 square miles. 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 Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz expensive to live in?

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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 Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz safe?

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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, Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

The job market in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400. The homeownership rate is 66.4%.

How are the schools in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

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

How healthy is Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz?

The obesity rate in Ciudad Gustavo Díaz Ordaz 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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