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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).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,776 Population 109/sq mi density
9,016 ft Elevation 2,748 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.1 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

Population5,776
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density109/mi²
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation9,016 ft (2,748 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population5,776
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation9,016 ft (2,748 m)
Coordinates19.8027°, -100.1308°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Oro de Hidalgo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Oro de Hidalgo 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 Oro de Hidalgo 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 Oro de Hidalgo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Oro de Hidalgo has a population of 5,776 with a density of 109 people per square mile, spread across 53.2 square miles. 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

5,776
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
53.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Oro de Hidalgo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Oro de Hidalgo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Oro de Hidalgo 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 Oro de Hidalgo 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 Oro de Hidalgo, 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 Oro de Hidalgo 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 Oro de Hidalgo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 31.1 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 9,016 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation9,016 ft (2,748 m)
Area53.2 sq mi (137.9 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates19.8027°N, 100.1308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

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").

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

Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area53.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Oro de Hidalgo

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. 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 Oro de Hidalgo expensive to live in?

El Oro de Hidalgo 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Oro de Hidalgo?

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

How are the schools in El Oro de Hidalgo?

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

How healthy is El Oro de Hidalgo?

The obesity rate in El Oro de Hidalgo 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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