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Contreras, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
Contreras is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 878. Elevation: 6,138 ft (1,871 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 878 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,138 ft (1,871 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.0394°, -104.5562° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Contreras
Contreras is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 878. The city sits at an elevation of 6,138 feet (1,871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: Contreras vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Contreras
Contreras has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jun (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 442 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,138 ft (1,871 m) |
| Area | 45.6 sq mi (118.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.0394°N, 104.5562°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 16 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in |
Contreras has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in Contreras
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Francisco I Madero | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Heroes de México T.V. | — | — | — | — |
| Jaime Torres Bodet | — | — | — | — |
| Sec. Estatal Nicolas Bravo | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Luis Donaldo Colosio | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Profr. Flores García | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Nueva Viscaya | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Motolinia | — | — | — | — |
| EULALIA DE LA HOYA ENRIQUEZ | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Contreras
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tremenda (Durango) - 96.5 FM - XHDNG-FM - Grupo Garza Limón - Durango, DG | 96.5, 96.5 fm | MP3 185 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 94.9 (Durango) - 94.9 FM - XHCCAV-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - Durango, Durango | 94.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| VIDA ROMÁNTICA 104.5 (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| La Nueva (El Salto) - 93.3 FM - XHPNVO-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - El Salto, Pueblo Nuevo, Durango | 93.3 fm, américa | AAC 32 kbps | |
| 104.5 Vida Romántica (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| W RADIO 92.5 (Durango) - 92.5 FM - XHCCAU-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Durango, Durango | 92.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 99.7 (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 99.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| @FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, GR | 99.7, 99.7 fm | MP3 | |
| Lobos FM (Laguna) - 88.7 FM - XHLUAD-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Durango - Gómez Palacio, DG | 88.7, 88.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 101.3 (Durango) - 101.3 FM - XHCAV-FM - Armas Radio - Durango, Durango | 101.3 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 590 (Durango) - 590 AM - XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| Radio Fórmula (Durango) - 105.3 FM / 590 AM - XHE-FM / XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| España FM 92.9 | college radio, cultural | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Arroba FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, Durango | 99.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| W Radio 92.5 FM Durango | durango, grupo radio cañón | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Contreras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Ferrería - Precolumbia | ||||
| Museo Bebeleche | ||||
| Museo de Historia Francisco Villa | ||||
| Museo de la Ciudad | ||||
| Museo INAH | ||||
| Museo Regional de Durango | ||||
| Palacio del Conde del Valle de Súchil | ||||
| Sala de exp. múltiples INAH | ||||
| Tunel de Minería |
Libraries in Contreras
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biiblioteca Estatal | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Información ITD | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Contreras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito Verde Durango | |||||
| Mercado Juárez |
Restaurants in Contreras
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Contreras
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Contreras
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Contreras
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport | DGO | Medium Airport |
| El Durangueño Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Temazcal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Escobas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Margaritas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Praderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Cura Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco del Mezquital Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Contreras
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia corpus christi | |
| Templo de Corpus Christi | |
| Templo de Santo Domingo Savio |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Contreras
What is the population of Contreras?
Contreras has a population of 878 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 45.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Contreras?
Contreras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
How is the job market in Contreras?
The job market in Contreras is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.