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Cotija de la Paz, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Cotija de la Paz is a small city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 13,560. Elevation: 5,387 ft (1,642 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 13,560 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,387 ft (1,642 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8101°, -102.7021° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cotija de la Paz
Cotija de la Paz is a small city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 13,560. The city sits at an elevation of 5,387 feet (1,642 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cotija de la Paz vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 434 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cotija de la Paz
Cotija de la Paz has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is May (24.1°C), the coldest is Jan (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 705 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,387 ft (1,642 m) |
| Area | 217.5 sq mi (563.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8101°N, 102.7021°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 129 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 127 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (100 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 100 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Cotija de la Paz has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 61°F in December to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in Cotija de la Paz
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benito Juarez | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cotija de la Paz
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| LOS 40 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Cotija de la Paz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Minucipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cotija de la Paz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Jiquilpan | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Cotija de la Paz
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | Large Airport |
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
| Zapotiltic - Tuxpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cotija de la Paz
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia del Popolo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Cotija de la Paz?
Cotija de la Paz has a population of 13,560 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 217.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cotija de la Paz?
Cotija de la Paz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
How is the job market in Cotija de la Paz?
The job market in Cotija de la Paz is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 434 business establishments in the area.