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Colonia Rincón Viejo, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Colonia Rincón Viejo is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 8,540. Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,540 Population
663 ft Elevation 202 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
67.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City 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

Population8,540
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population8,540
Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates16.8868°, -95.0473°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,701 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Colonia Rincón Viejo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colonia Rincón Viejo receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Colonia Rincón Viejo 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

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a population of 8,540. 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

8,540
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Colonia Rincón Viejo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Colonia Rincón Viejo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colonia Rincón Viejo 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: Colonia Rincón Viejo 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 Colonia Rincón Viejo, 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: Colonia Rincón Viejo 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

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 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 663 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.0 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates16.8868°N, 95.0473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.7 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 12.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (1.0").

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 Colonia Rincón Viejo

What is the population of Colonia Rincón Viejo?

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a population of 8,540 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 Rincón Viejo expensive to live in?

Colonia Rincón Viejo 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 Colonia Rincón Viejo?

Colonia Rincón Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Colonia Rincón Viejo?

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

How are the schools in Colonia Rincón Viejo?

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

How healthy is Colonia Rincón Viejo?

The obesity rate in Colonia Rincón Viejo 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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