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El Escondido, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Escondido is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,290. Elevation: 1,207 ft (368 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,290 Population
1,207 ft Elevation 368 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
42.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population1,290
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,290
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Coordinates18.2207°, -100.3121°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.7 inches (1,085 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is El Escondido a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Escondido receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. El Escondido offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Escondido is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 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 Escondido has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Escondido has a population of 1,290. 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

1,290
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Escondido vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Escondido vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Escondido 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 1.0% (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 Escondido vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% 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 Escondido, 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 Escondido 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 Escondido has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 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 1,207 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Coordinates18.2207°N, 100.3121°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
May 87°F (31°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.6 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 8.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in

El Escondido has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 76°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and March 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 Escondido

What is the population of El Escondido?

El Escondido has a population of 1,290 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 El Escondido expensive to live in?

El Escondido 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.

What is the weather like in El Escondido?

El Escondido has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Escondido?

The job market in El Escondido is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in El Escondido?

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

How healthy is El Escondido?

The obesity rate in El Escondido 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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