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El Fuerte, Mexico

Zacatecas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Fuerte is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,498. Elevation: 6,302 ft (1,921 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,498 Population
6,302 ft Elevation 1,921 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
15.6 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

Population1,498
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,498
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Coordinates23.8536°, -103.1212°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Fuerte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Fuerte 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 Fuerte 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 Fuerte enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Fuerte has a population of 1,498. 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

1,498
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Fuerte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Fuerte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Fuerte 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 Fuerte 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 Fuerte, 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 Fuerte 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 Fuerte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.6 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 6,302 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Coordinates23.8536°N, 103.1212°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 71°F (21°C) 0.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in

El Fuerte has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 53°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") 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 Fuerte

What is the population of El Fuerte?

El Fuerte has a population of 1,498 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 Fuerte expensive to live in?

El Fuerte 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 Fuerte?

El Fuerte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Fuerte?

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

How are the schools in El Fuerte?

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

How healthy is El Fuerte?

The obesity rate in El Fuerte 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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