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El Clavo, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Clavo is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 775. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
775 Population
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
90.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population775
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain90.3 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population775
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates17.3847°, -91.6306°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation90.3 inches (2,294 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Clavo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Clavo receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. El Clavo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Clavo is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

El Clavo 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

El Clavo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 176 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 90.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Clavo has a population of 775. 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

775
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Clavo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Clavo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Clavo 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 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 Clavo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 El Clavo, 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: El Clavo 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

El Clavo 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, El Clavo receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Clavo 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
El Clavo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 90.3 inches (wetter 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 486 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall90.3 inches
138% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates17.3847°N, 91.6306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 2.9 in
May 85°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 11.8 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 15.0 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in
December 74°F (24°C) 5.3 in

El Clavo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 73°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 90.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.0") and March the driest (2.6").

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 El Clavo

What is the population of El Clavo?

El Clavo has a population of 775 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 Clavo expensive to live in?

El Clavo 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 El Clavo safe?

El Clavo 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, El Clavo receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Clavo?

El Clavo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Clavo?

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

How much does housing cost in El Clavo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Clavo?

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

How healthy is El Clavo?

The obesity rate in El Clavo 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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