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Colonias Pedernales, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Colonias Pedernales is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 2,848. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,848 Population
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
83.6 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

Population2,848
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain83.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,848
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates20.0458°, -97.0514°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation83.6 inches (2,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Colonias Pedernales a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colonias Pedernales 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. Colonias Pedernales 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

Colonias Pedernales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 83.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Colonias Pedernales has a population of 2,848. 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

2,848
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Colonias Pedernales vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Colonias Pedernales vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colonias Pedernales 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: Colonias Pedernales 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 Colonias Pedernales, 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: Colonias Pedernales 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

Colonias Pedernales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 83.6 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 276 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.6 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates20.0458°N, 97.0514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in
June 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
September 80°F (26°C) 12.8 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 9.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in

Colonias Pedernales has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 68°F in February to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 70.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.8") and March the driest (2.6").

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 Colonias Pedernales

What is the population of Colonias Pedernales?

Colonias Pedernales has a population of 2,848 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 Colonias Pedernales expensive to live in?

Colonias Pedernales 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 Colonias Pedernales?

Colonias Pedernales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Colonias Pedernales?

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

How are the schools in Colonias Pedernales?

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

How healthy is Colonias Pedernales?

The obesity rate in Colonias Pedernales 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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