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Crucecita, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Crucecita is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 15,130. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,130 Population
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.8 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

Population15,130
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population15,130
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates15.7689°, -96.1350°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,214 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Crucecita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crucecita 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. Crucecita 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

Crucecita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Crucecita has a population of 15,130. 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

15,130
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crucecita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Crucecita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crucecita 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: Crucecita 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 Crucecita, 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: Crucecita 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

Crucecita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 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 121 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates15.7689°N, 96.1350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in

Crucecita has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.2").

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 Crucecita

What is the population of Crucecita?

Crucecita has a population of 15,130 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 Crucecita expensive to live in?

Crucecita 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 Crucecita?

Crucecita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Crucecita?

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

How are the schools in Crucecita?

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

How healthy is Crucecita?

The obesity rate in Crucecita 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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