Colonia la Joya, Mexico — City Data & Statistics

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 2.7%

26% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population600

Median Age29.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty2.3%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent25/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.7%

Depression2.6%

Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days358/yr

Elevation9,029 ft (2,752 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	600
Elevation	9,029 ft (2,752 m)
Coordinates	19.2277°, -99.6579°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Morelos
Average Temperature	58°F (14°C)
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	42.4 inches (1,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	29.3 years

Is Colonia la Joya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colonia la Joya 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. Colonia la Joya has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colonia la Joya is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Colonia la Joya 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

Colonia la Joya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Colonia la Joya has a population of 600. 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

600

Total Population

29.3yrs

Median Age

25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Colonia la Joya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Colonia la Joya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colonia la Joya 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 2.7% (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: Colonia la Joya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	26% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	54.20 (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-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%

Property Tax

In Colonia la Joya, 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: Colonia la Joya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	16.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
COPD	15.5%
Kidney Disease	22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.0%
Physical Inactivity	83.2%
Depression	2.6%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Premature Death	163/100K

Food & Exercise

Colonia la Joya 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, Colonia la Joya receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Colonia la Joya vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.9/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	24.9/100K
	295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

Colonia la Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 42.4 inches. 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 9,029 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	57.7°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.4 inches
	12% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	9,029 ft (2,752 m)
Coordinates	19.2277°N, 99.6579°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	52°F (11°C)	0.6 in
February	54°F (12°C)	0.3 in	Driest
March	57°F (14°C)	0.6 in
April	59°F (15°C)	1.3 in
May	60°F (16°C)	3.1 in	Warmest
June	60°F (15°C)	6.9 in
July	59°F (15°C)	7.8 in	Wettest
August	58°F (15°C)	7.2 in
September	58°F (15°C)	6.1 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.6 in
November	54°F (12°C)	0.8 in
December	52°F (11°C)	0.4 in	Coldest

Colonia la Joya has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 52°F in December to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.3").

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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Colonia la Joya

What is the population of Colonia la Joya?

Colonia la Joya has a population of 600 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 Colonia la Joya expensive to live in?

Colonia la Joya 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 Colonia la Joya safe?

Colonia la Joya 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, Colonia la Joya receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Colonia la Joya?

Colonia la Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Colonia la Joya?

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

How much does housing cost in Colonia la Joya?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Colonia la Joya?

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

How healthy is Colonia la Joya?

The obesity rate in Colonia la Joya 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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