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Cuauhtenango, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cuauhtenango is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,072. Elevation: 5,230 ft (1,594 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,072 Population
5,230 ft Elevation 1,594 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 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, 0.5% 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 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population1,072
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation5,230 ft (1,594 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,072
Elevation5,230 ft (1,594 m)
Coordinates17.5463°, -99.2068°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Cuauhtenango a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuauhtenango 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. Cuauhtenango offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cuauhtenango is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 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

Cuauhtenango enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 361 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cuauhtenango has a population of 1,072. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

1,072
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuauhtenango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cuauhtenango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuauhtenango 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 0.5% (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: Cuauhtenango vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% 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 Cuauhtenango, 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: Cuauhtenango 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

Cuauhtenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 45.9 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 5,230 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,230 ft (1,594 m)
Coordinates17.5463°N, 99.2068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 9.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 9.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in

Cuauhtenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.4") and March 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 Cuauhtenango

What is the population of Cuauhtenango?

Cuauhtenango has a population of 1,072 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Cuauhtenango expensive to live in?

Cuauhtenango 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 Cuauhtenango?

Cuauhtenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cuauhtenango?

The job market in Cuauhtenango is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cuauhtenango?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Cuauhtenango?

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

How healthy is Cuauhtenango?

The obesity rate in Cuauhtenango 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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