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Cucurpe, Mexico

Sonora · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Cucurpe is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 588. Elevation: 2,822 ft (860 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
588 Population
2,822 ft Elevation 860 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 12.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% 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 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population588
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,822 ft (860 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population588
Elevation2,822 ft (860 m)
Coordinates30.3307°, -110.7053°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (523 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Cucurpe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cucurpe receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Cucurpe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cucurpe is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. 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.

Safety & Crime

Cucurpe is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Cucurpe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Cucurpe has a population of 588. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

588
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cucurpe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cucurpe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cucurpe 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 12.0% (above 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: Cucurpe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above 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%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Cucurpe, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 16.3% of residents, above the national average. 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). 5.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Cucurpe vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease16.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
COPD15.5%
Kidney Disease22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Premature Death163/100K

Food & Exercise

Cucurpe has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Cucurpe receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Cucurpe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Cucurpe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 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 2,822 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.6 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,822 ft (860 m)
Coordinates30.3307°N, 110.7053°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
April 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
June 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
September 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.1 in
December 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in

Cucurpe has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and May the driest (0.1").

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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cucurpe

What is the population of Cucurpe?

Cucurpe has a population of 588 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Cucurpe expensive to live in?

Cucurpe 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.

Is Cucurpe safe?

Cucurpe is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Cucurpe receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cucurpe?

Cucurpe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Cucurpe?

The job market in Cucurpe faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cucurpe?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Cucurpe?

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

How healthy is Cucurpe?

The obesity rate in Cucurpe 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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