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Contla, Mexico

Tlaxcala · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Contla is a small city in Tlaxcala, Mexico with a population of 27,610. Elevation: 7,635 ft (2,327 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
27,610 Population
7,635 ft Elevation 2,327 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
19.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% 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 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population27,610
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation7,635 ft (2,327 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population27,610
Elevation7,635 ft (2,327 m)
Coordinates19.3293°, -98.1664°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTlaxcala
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation19.0 inches (482 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Contla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Contla receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Contla offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Contla is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 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.

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

Contla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 359 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Contla has a population of 27,610. 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

27,610
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Contla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Contla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Contla 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 2.3% (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: Contla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% 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).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

In Contla, 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: Contla 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

Contla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 19.0 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 7,635 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,635 ft (2,327 m)
Coordinates19.3293°N, 98.1664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
February 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 59°F (15°C) 6.1 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 6.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
December 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Contla has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 48°F in December to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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 Contla

What is the population of Contla?

Contla has a population of 27,610 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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 Contla expensive to live in?

Contla 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.

What is the weather like in Contla?

Contla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Contla?

The job market in Contla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Contla?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Contla?

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

How healthy is Contla?

The obesity rate in Contla 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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