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El Caracol, Mexico

Guanajuato · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Caracol is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,052. Elevation: 5,705 ft (1,739 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,052 Population
5,705 ft Elevation 1,739 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
20.4 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

Population1,052
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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,052
Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)
Coordinates20.5672°, -100.9829°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Caracol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Caracol 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 Caracol 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 Caracol enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 355 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Caracol has a population of 1,052. 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

1,052
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Caracol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Caracol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Caracol 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 Caracol 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 Caracol, 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 Caracol 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 Caracol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 20.4 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 5,705 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)
Coordinates20.5672°N, 100.9829°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
February 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 4.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

El Caracol has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 59°F in December to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.8") and February 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 El Caracol

What is the population of El Caracol?

El Caracol has a population of 1,052 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 Caracol expensive to live in?

El Caracol 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 Caracol?

El Caracol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Caracol?

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

How are the schools in El Caracol?

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

How healthy is El Caracol?

The obesity rate in El Caracol 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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