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Cuautla, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cuautla is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,253. Elevation: 5,640 ft (1,719 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,253 Population 1,292/sq mi density
5,640 ft Elevation 1,719 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
44.8 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

Population1,253
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density1,292/mi²
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation5,640 ft (1,719 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,253
Population Density1,292 / sq mi
Elevation5,640 ft (1,719 m)
Coordinates20.2014°, -104.4075°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.8 inches (1,137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Cuautla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuautla 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. Cuautla 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

Cuautla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cuautla has a population of 1,253 with a density of 1,292 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. 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

1,253
Total Population
1,292
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuautla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cuautla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuautla 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: Cuautla 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 Cuautla, 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: Cuautla 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

Cuautla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. 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 5,640 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,640 ft (1,719 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,292/sq mi
Coordinates20.2014°N, 104.4075°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 7.8 in Warmest
July 65°F (19°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 9.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 8.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in

Cuautla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 56°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and April 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

Population Density1,292/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cuautla

What is the population of Cuautla?

Cuautla has a population of 1,253 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1,292 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. 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 Cuautla expensive to live in?

Cuautla 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 Cuautla?

Cuautla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cuautla?

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

How are the schools in Cuautla?

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

How healthy is Cuautla?

The obesity rate in Cuautla 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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