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El Carmen, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Carmen is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,557. Elevation: 4,199 ft (1,280 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,557 Population
4,199 ft Elevation 1,280 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
32.6 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

Population1,557
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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,557
Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)
Coordinates20.6536°, -103.9106°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (828 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Carmen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Carmen 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 Carmen 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 Carmen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Carmen has a population of 1,557. 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

1,557
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Carmen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Carmen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Carmen 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 Carmen 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 Carmen, 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 Carmen 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 Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.6 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 4,199 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.6 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,199 ft (1,280 m)
Coordinates20.6536°N, 103.9106°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in

El Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 62°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and April 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 Carmen

What is the population of El Carmen?

El Carmen has a population of 1,557 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 Carmen expensive to live in?

El Carmen 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 Carmen?

El Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Carmen?

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

How are the schools in El Carmen?

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

How healthy is El Carmen?

The obesity rate in El Carmen 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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