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El Garcero, Mexico

Colima · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Garcero is a small town in Colima, Mexico with a population of 774. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
774 Population
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 16.4% 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 16.4%
356% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population774
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment16.4%
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)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population774
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates19.0558°, -104.2306°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceColima
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,047 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is El Garcero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Garcero receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. El Garcero has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Garcero is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Garcero 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 Garcero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Garcero has a population of 774. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

774
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Garcero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Garcero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Garcero 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 16.4% (above 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 Garcero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% above 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 Garcero, 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 Garcero 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 Garcero 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 Garcero receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Garcero 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 Garcero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.2 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 115 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates19.0558°N, 104.2306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
April 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 4.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 9.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.7 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in

El Garcero has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 75°F in March to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.7") and April the driest (0.0").

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 Garcero

What is the population of El Garcero?

El Garcero has a population of 774 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is El Garcero expensive to live in?

El Garcero 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 Garcero safe?

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

What is the weather like in El Garcero?

El Garcero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Garcero?

The job market in El Garcero faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Garcero?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Garcero?

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

How healthy is El Garcero?

The obesity rate in El Garcero 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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