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El Niño, Mexico

Baja California · Mexico

El Niño is a small city in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 8,999. Elevation: 751 ft (229 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,999 Population 11/sq mi density
751 ft Elevation 229 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.2 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.2% 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

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Full City Profile
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 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population8,999
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
Ownership66.4%

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation751 ft (229 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population8,999
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Coordinates32.5075°, -116.7919°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation14.2 inches (360 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is El Niño a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Niño 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. El Niño has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Niño is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 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 Niño 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 Niño enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Niño has a population of 8,999 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 787.0 square miles. 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

8,999
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
787.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Niño vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

El Niño vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Niño 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 1.2% (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 Niño vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% 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). 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.4%
Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In El Niño, 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 Niño 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 Niño 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 Niño receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Niño 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

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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El Niño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.2 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 751 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Area787.0 sq mi (2,038.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates32.5075°N, 116.7919°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.2"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.68"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Earthquake History

9,634 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 17, 2025.

Apr 4, 2010 The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake M7.2 143 km
Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 85 km
Feb 22, 2002 13km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.7 140 km
Apr 4, 2010 9km SW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 146 km
Jul 7, 2010 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.4 105 km
Aug 26, 2012 4km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.4 130 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km WNW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.4 143 km
May 24, 2006 6km SSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 149 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.3 129 km
Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 124 km
Apr 8, 2010 12km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.3 148 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 103 km
Apr 4, 2010 15km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX M5.3 109 km
Jun 5, 2021 11km W of Calipatria, CA M5.3 129 km
Apr 14, 2025 5 km S of Julian, CA M5.2 62 km
Jun 12, 2005 10km ESE of Anza, CA M5.2 116 km
Jun 10, 2016 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.2 108 km
Feb 9, 2008 8km W of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 143 km
Feb 11, 2008 7km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 146 km
Sep 19, 2009 7km WNW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1862 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m — 44 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 134 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CEDAR (268,362 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 CEDAR 268,362 48 km
2007 WITCH 167,551 64 km
2007 HARRIS 90,443 16 km
2002 PINES 65,407 74 km
2003 PARADISE 55,995 78 km
2007 POOMACHA 47,496 89 km
2003 MINE/OTAY 37,232 14 km
2003 COYOTE 19,215 100 km
1993 GUEJITO 17,141 70 km
2006 HORSE 16,659 29 km
2020 VALLEY 16,517 27 km
2011 EAGLE 14,743 94 km
1996 OTAY 322 12,238 12 km
2012 WILSON 12,048 82 km
2001 VIEJAS 10,942 33 km
1987 PALOMAR 10,256 94 km
1995 SYCAMORE 9,626 13 km
2012 STEWART 9,501 75 km
1996 HARMONY 9,289 75 km
2004 MATAGUAY 9,087 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
August 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in
December 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in

El Niño has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 54°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area787.0 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near El Niño

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KPBS (US) public radio MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZION 540 (Tijuana) - 540 AM - XESURF-AM - Zion Multimedia - Tijuana, Baja California 540 am, am MP3 96 kbps
LA PODEROSA 860 (Tijuana) - 860 AM - XEMO-AM - Uniradio - Tijuana, Baja California 860 am, am MP3 128 kbps
104.5 Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, 80s en español AAC 149 kbps
RADIO LATINA 104.5 (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, 80s en español AAC 147 kbps
KSDS JAZZ 88.3 FM (US) — MP3 128 kbps
Asterisk Radio classic rock MP3 128 kbps
KPBS-HD2 Classical San Diego (US) classical, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Jazz 88.3 San Diego, KSDS (US) — MP3 128 kbps
Chililines Radio música retro MP3 128 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 950 (Tijuana) - 950 AM - XEKAM-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Tijuana, Baja California 950 am, am AAC
More FM 98.9 (US) rock AAC+ 192 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 106.9 FM deportes, entretenimiento AAC 32 kbps
Globo 99.3 (Tijuana) - 99.3 FM - XHOCL-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California 99.3 fm, adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
LA MEJOR FM 90.7 (Tijuana) - 90.7 FM - XHTIM-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California 90.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
101.5 KGB (US) classic rock AAC
Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, américa AAC+ 40 kbps
KPBS Classical San Diego AAC 256 (US) classical, public radio AAC+ 56 kbps
Adictiva Radio (Tijuana) - 98.9 FM - XHMORE-FM - Esquina 32 - Tijuana, Baja California 98.9 fm, adictiva radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in El Niño

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLUMERIA SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$171,685
BONITA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6192675141$112,541
BONITA MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6192675141$112,541
EL CAJON FIRE HISTORY AND LEARNING CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM$25
BANCROFT RANCH HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6194691480
HERITAGE OF THE AMERICANS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM12110 CUYAMACA COLLEGE DRIVE WEST6196705194
JAPANESE AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8585059020
LEMON GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3185 OLIVE STREET6194604353
SAN DIEGO JET CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6196719222
SOUTH BAY BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER900 OTAY LAKES ROAD
SOUTH BAY CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6199929000
SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6194216700
SPRING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9050 MEMORY LANE6194691480
WATER CONSERVATION GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER12122 CUYAMACA COLLEGE DRIVE WEST

Farmers Markets in El Niño

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chula Vista Otay Ranch Certified Farmers Market2015 Birch Road and Eastlake BlvdVisit

Cell Towers in El Niño

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
14551 OTAY LAKES ROADLTOWER36
14551 OTAY LAKES ROADLTOWER36
12197 California State Highway 94TOWER31
12197 California State Highway 94TOWER31
220 "A" Olympic ParkwayGTOWER18
220 "A" Olympic ParkwayGTOWER18
Chuladera Site 825 Chervil CourtTOWER15
Chuladera Site 825 Chervil CourtTOWER15
LAKE MORENA DRIVELTOWER15
LAKE MORENA DRIVELTOWER15

Airports Near El Niño

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International AirportTIJLarge Airport
San Diego International AirportSANLarge Airport
Brown Field Municipal AirportSDMMedium Airport
Ensenada International Airport / El Ciprés Air BaseESEMedium Airport
McClellan-Palomar AirportCLDMedium Airport
Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher FieldNKXMedium Airport
North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey FieldNZYMedium Airport
Oceanside Municipal AirportOCNMedium Airport
Agua Caliente Airport—Small Airport
Black Mountain Open Space Gliderport—Small Airport
Blair Valley Landing Field—Small Airport
Borrego Air Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Broadway Airport—Small Airport
Butterfield Ranch Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Cordell Landing Private Airport—Small Airport
Daley Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Earthquake Valley Glider Landing Zone—Small Airport
Flying T Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Gillespie FieldSEESmall Airport
Hoffman Private Airport—Small Airport
Hunt's Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Jacumba Airport—Small Airport
John Nichols Field Airport—Small Airport
La Uva Airport—Small Airport
Lake Wohlford Resort Airport—Small Airport
Lansing Empire Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Little Blair Valley Landing Field—Small Airport
Loma Madera Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Mariposa Airport—Small Airport
Montgomery-Gibbs Executive AirportMYFSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Field Imperial Beach (Ream Field)NRSSmall Airport
Ocotillo Airport—Small Airport
On the Rocks Airport—Small Airport
Poway Field Gliderport—Small Airport
Ramona Airport—Small Airport
Ranchita 2608 Airport—Small Airport
Rancho las Juntas Airport—Small Airport
Rancho Sandoval Airstrip—Small Airport
Rancho Santa Cruz Airport—Small Airport
Real del Castillo Airstrip—Small Airport
Reider Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Rough Acres Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Torrey Pines Gliderport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in El Niño

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ - (MITE)/KivaSubstance Abuse619-465-7303 x2601
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ - (MITE)/McAlister Institute Group HomeSubstance Abuse619-337-3830
New ConnectionsSubstance Abuse619-465-7303 x2702
Pacific Bay RecoverySubstance Abuse619-461-3717
Pacific Bay RecoverySubstance Abuse619-461-3717
San Diego STRTPMental Health619-797-1090 x4206

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Niño

What is the population of El Niño?

El Niño has a population of 8,999 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 787.0 square miles. 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 Niño expensive to live in?

El Niño 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 Niño safe?

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

What is the weather like in El Niño?

El Niño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Niño?

The job market in El Niño is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Niño?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400. The homeownership rate is 66.4%.

How are the schools in El Niño?

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

How healthy is El Niño?

The obesity rate in El Niño 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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