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Cuapiaxtla, Mexico

Tlaxcala · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cuapiaxtla is a small city in Tlaxcala, Mexico with a population of 8,398. Elevation: 8,107 ft (2,471 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,398 Population
8,107 ft Elevation 2,471 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
19.0 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

Population8,398
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation8,107 ft (2,471 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population8,398
Elevation8,107 ft (2,471 m)
Coordinates19.2959°, -97.7688°
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 Age29.3 years

Is Cuapiaxtla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuapiaxtla 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. Cuapiaxtla 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

Cuapiaxtla 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.

Cuapiaxtla has a population of 8,398. 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

8,398
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuapiaxtla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cuapiaxtla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuapiaxtla 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: Cuapiaxtla 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 Cuapiaxtla, 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: Cuapiaxtla 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

Cuapiaxtla 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 8,107 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

Elevation8,107 ft (2,471 m)
Coordinates19.2959°N, 97.7688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 54°F (12°C)
0.4"
Feb 53°F (12°C)
0.4"
Mar 57°F (14°C)
0.6"
Apr 60°F (16°C)
1.5"
May 62°F (17°C)
3.0"
Jun 61°F (16°C)
4.2"
Jul 59°F (15°C)
3.1"
Aug 59°F (15°C)
3.2"
Sep 59°F (15°C)
3.2"
Oct 57°F (14°C)
1.6"
Nov 54°F (12°C)
0.4"
Dec 52°F (11°C)
0.2"

The warmest month is May at 62°F, while the coldest is December at 52°F — a seasonal swing of 10°F. June sees the most rain (4.2"), while December is 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

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