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Colonia Venustiano Carranza, Mexico

Coahuila · Mexico

Colonia Venustiano Carranza is a small town in Coahuila, Mexico with a population of 4,921. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,921 Population 13/sq mi density
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
19.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 10.9% 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 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population4,921
Median Age16.0 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment10.9%
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population4,921
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates28.6386°, -100.5567°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceCoahuila
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation19.9 inches (505 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age16.0 years

Is Colonia Venustiano Carranza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colonia Venustiano Carranza receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Colonia Venustiano Carranza has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colonia Venustiano Carranza is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Venustiano Carranza 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 Venustiano Carranza enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Colonia Venustiano Carranza has a population of 4,921 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 384.6 square miles. The median age is 16.0 years, 59% 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

4,921
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
16.0yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
384.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Colonia Venustiano Carranza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Colonia Venustiano Carranza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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 10.9% (above 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 Venustiano Carranza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above 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 Colonia Venustiano Carranza, 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 Venustiano Carranza 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

Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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 Venustiano Carranza receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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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Colonia Venustiano Carranza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.9 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 846 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area384.6 sq mi (996.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates28.6386°N, 100.5567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jul 24, 2025 18 km E of El Indio, Texas M3.6 45 km
Apr 3, 2005 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico M3.5 37 km
Feb 20, 2022 3 km S of El Indio, Texas M3.4 30 km
Jan 9, 2021 3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas M3.3 26 km
Feb 18, 2021 7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas M3.3 34 km
Jun 18, 2021 3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas M3.1 28 km
Feb 27, 2021 6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas M3.0 22 km
Mar 20, 2019 3 km E of Cotulla, Texas M2.8 135 km
Apr 13, 2023 7 km ESE of El Indio, Texas M2.7 35 km
Aug 29, 2021 3 km SW of El Indio, Texas M2.7 27 km
Aug 18, 2021 2 km WSW of El Indio, Texas M2.6 26 km
Jun 3, 2021 3 km E of Las Quintas Fronterizas, Texas M2.6 13 km
May 8, 2021 16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas M2.6 38 km
May 7, 2024 16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas M2.6 39 km
Aug 17, 2023 4 km SSE of Pearsall, Texas M2.6 146 km
Jun 14, 2025 11 km E of Dilley, Texas M2.6 146 km
May 7, 2021 22 km SE of El Indio, Texas M2.5 51 km
May 7, 2024 19 km E of El Indio, Texas M2.5 45 km
May 9, 2024 19 km E of El Indio, Texas M2.5 45 km
Feb 16, 2021 5 km WNW of El Indio, Texas M2.5 22 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bret (1999, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1999 Bret Category 2 296 km
1980 Allen Category 2 170 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURR (4,633 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 BURR 4,633 46 km
2008 COMMANCHE RANCH 4,488 48 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,522 40 km
2020 MOODY 1,070 83 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.7 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.9 in
July 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 85°F (29°C) 1.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 3.3 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in

Colonia Venustiano Carranza has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 52°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.3") and January 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 Density13/sq mi
Total Area384.6 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Colonia Venustiano Carranza

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ARROBA FM 101.7 (Piedras Negras) - 101.7 FM - XHCPN-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 101.7 fm, @fm MP3
LA RANCHERITA DEL AIRE 580 (Piedras Negras) - 580 AM - XELRDA-AM - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 103.7 fm, 580 am MP3 96 kbps
La Kebuena Taxco 96.1 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3 128 kbps
BACK FM 100.9 (Piedras Negras) - 100.9 FM - XHVM-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 100.9 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
Buenisiima (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 103.9, 103.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
DINÁMICA 94.5 (Piedras Negras) - 94.5 FM - XHTA-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 94.5 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio fórmula Guerrero 105.5 FM Acapulco acapulco, grupo fórmula AAC
Voces (Acapulco) - 92.1 FM - XHACD-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 92.1 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
SUPER (Acapulco) - 94.5 FM - XHNU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 94.5, 94.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 89.7, 89.7 fm MP3 96 kbps
SUPER (Chilpancingo) - 102.7 FM / 680 AM - XHCHG-FM / XECHG-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR 102.7, 102.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
W Radio Chilpancingo 105.1 FM chilpancingo, grupo radio cañón MP3 128 kbps
La Ke Buena 93.9 Iguala banda, banda norteña MP3 128 kbps
Arroba FM (Piedras Negras) - 101.7 FM - XHCPN-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 101.7 fm, @fm MP3
EXA FM 107.1 (Piedras Negras) - 107.1 FM - XHPNS-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 107.1 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
Vida (Piedras Negras) - 99.9 FM - XHSG-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 99.9 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 105.5 (Piedras Negras) - 105.5 FM - XHRE-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila 105.5 fm, américa MP3
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 89.7, 89.7 fm MP3 96 kbps
Globo 98.5 (Zihuatanejo) - 98.5 FM - XHZHO-FM - Pegaso Radiocomunicaciones - Zihuatanejo, Guerrero 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Altamix 91.9FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 48 kbps
SUPER (Acapulco) - 94.5 FM - XHNU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 94.5, 94.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
Los40 Acapulco 102.3 FM acapulco, adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
FM Globo Zihuatanejo - 98.5 FM - XHZHO-FM - Pegaso Radiocomunicaciones - Zihuatanejo, Guerrero 98.5 fm, balada MP3 128 kbps
Radio UAGro — AAC+ 64 kbps
La Mejor Acapulco - 100.1 FM - XHSE-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, GR 100.1, 100.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
La Más Buena (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - NTR Medios de Comunicación - Taxco, GR 96.1, 96.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
La Bestia Grupera (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR 99.7, 99.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
Voces (Acapulco) - 92.1 FM - XHACD-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR 92.1, 92.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fórmula Guerrero 96.1 Acapulco acapulco, grupo fórmula AAC
SUPER (Chilpancingo) - 102.7 FM / 680 AM - XHCHG-FM / XECHG-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR 102.7, 102.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
Lokura FM Grupera Chilpancingo 97.1 FM banda, banda norteña AAC 130 kbps
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 89.7 fm, acapulco MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Colonia Venustiano Carranza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT DUNCAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8307731111

Libraries in Colonia Venustiano Carranza

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
EAGLE PASS PUBLIC LIBRARY589 E MAIN ST0.083,819

Cell Towers in Colonia Venustiano Carranza

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
.5 MI South of Eagle Pass (46236)LTOWER105
.5 MI S (46236)LTOWER105

Airports Near Colonia Venustiano Carranza

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad Acuña International AirportACNMedium Airport
Del Rio International AirportDRTMedium Airport
Laughlin Air Force BaseDLFMedium Airport
Piedras Negras International AirportPDSMedium Airport
Aeropista de la Región Carbonífera—Small Airport
Anacacho Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Anacacho Wind Farm Landing Strip—Small Airport
Barker Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Benson Airstrip—Small Airport
Bill Moody Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Briscoes Catarina Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Canoitas Airport—Small Airport
Carricitos Airport—Small Airport
Chacon Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Chaparosa Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Chaparrosa Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Chupadera Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Colorado Airstrip—Small Airport
Comanche Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Crystal City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Dentonio Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Diamond C Ranch Landing Strip—Small Airport
Dimmit County AirportCZTSmall Airport
Double M Ranch Landing Strip—Small Airport
Dunbar Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Aguila Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Alamo Airport—Small Airport
El Desemboque Airport—Small Airport
Faith Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Flying G Airport—Small Airport
Fort Clark Springs Airport—Small Airport
Frontier Airport—Small Airport
Griffin Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Hacienda Cuajomulco Airport—Small Airport
Hacienda El Caballo Airport—Small Airport
Hadley Wardlaw Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Hobbs Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Hughes Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Indio-Faith Airport—Small Airport
La Burra Airport—Small Airport
La Fonda Ranch Airport—Small Airport
La Gloria de Coahuila Airport—Small Airport
La Luz Airport—Small Airport
La Reforma de Guerrero Airport—Small Airport
Las Cuevas Airport—Small Airport
Loma de Cometa Airport—Small Airport
Los Tiernos Airport—Small Airport
Maverick County Memorial International AirportEGPSmall Airport
Miller Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Picosa Ranch Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Colonia Venustiano Carranza

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
South Texas Rural Health Services Inc - Eagle Pass Wellness CenterSubstance Abuse830-757-0117

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colonia Venustiano Carranza

What is the population of Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

Colonia Venustiano Carranza has a population of 4,921 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 384.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 16.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Colonia Venustiano Carranza expensive to live in?

Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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 Venustiano Carranza safe?

Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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 Venustiano Carranza receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

Colonia Venustiano Carranza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

The job market in Colonia Venustiano Carranza faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

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

How are the schools in Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

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

How healthy is Colonia Venustiano Carranza?

The obesity rate in Colonia Venustiano Carranza 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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