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El Camarón, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Camarón is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,170. Elevation: 2,264 ft (690 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,170 Population
2,264 ft Elevation 690 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
27.4 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

Population2,170
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation2,264 ft (690 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,170
Elevation2,264 ft (690 m)
Coordinates16.5563°, -96.0293°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (695 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Camarón a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Camarón 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. El Camarón 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

El Camarón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Camarón has a population of 2,170. 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

2,170
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Camarón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Camarón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Camarón 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: El Camarón 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 El Camarón, 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: El Camarón 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

El Camarón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.4 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 2,264 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,264 ft (690 m)
Coordinates16.5563°N, 96.0293°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.3 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 5.7 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

El Camarón has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 70°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and January 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Camarón

What is the population of El Camarón?

El Camarón has a population of 2,170 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 El Camarón expensive to live in?

El Camarón 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 El Camarón?

El Camarón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Camarón?

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

How are the schools in El Camarón?

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

How healthy is El Camarón?

The obesity rate in El Camarón 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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