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El Oro de Hidalgo, Mexico
México · Mexico
El Oro de Hidalgo is a small city in México, Mexico with a population of 5,776. Elevation: 9,016 ft (2,748 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Oro de Hidalgo
El Oro is one of 125 municipalities in the State of Mexico within the United Mexican States. The municipal seat is the town of El Oro de Hidalgo. The name El Oro means "the gold" in Spanish. It has subsequently been given an alternative Nahuatl name of "Teocuitlatl", meaning "sacred excrement". Its seal, in the form of an Aztec glyph, contains elements referring to gold and to caves, of which there are many in the municipality.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 5,776 |
| Population Density | 109 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,016 ft (2,748 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8027°, -100.1308° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | México |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Oro de Hidalgo
El Oro de Hidalgo is a small city in Mexico (México) with a population of 5,776. The city sits at an elevation of 9,016 feet (2,748 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Oro de Hidalgo vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,016 ft (2,748 m) |
| Area | 53.2 sq mi (137.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8027°N, 100.1308°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 47 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 87 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 132 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 170 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in |
El Oro de Hidalgo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 47°F in January to 58°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (0.4").
Schools in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Melchor Ocampo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Oro de Hidalgo
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán | 107.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán | 89.1 fm, concesión social | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Digital 80s Radio | hi nrg, high energy | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in El Oro de Hidalgo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Oro de Hidalgo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de animales Solis | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Oro de Hidalgo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Oro de Hidalgo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quinta Palos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Oro de Hidalgo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Santa María de Guadalupe El Oro Méx |
Quick Facts
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9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Oro de Hidalgo?
El Oro de Hidalgo has a population of 5,776 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 53.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Oro de Hidalgo?
El Oro de Hidalgo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.
How is the job market in El Oro de Hidalgo?
El Oro de Hidalgo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 185 business establishments in the area.