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El Palmar, Mexico

Tabasco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Palmar is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 681. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
681 Population
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.8 in Annual Rain
America / Merida 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, 1.4% 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 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population681
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.4%
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain81.8 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population681
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates17.4469°, -91.0381°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation81.8 inches (2,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is El Palmar a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Palmar is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 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 Palmar 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 Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 190 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 81.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Palmar has a population of 681. 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

681
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Palmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Palmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Palmar 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 1.4% (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 Palmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% 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).

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 Palmar, 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 Palmar 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 Palmar 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 Palmar receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Palmar 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 Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.8 inches (wetter 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 161 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.8 inches
115% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates17.4469°N, 91.0381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
May 85°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
November 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in

El Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 74°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and March the driest (2.0").

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 Palmar

What is the population of El Palmar?

El Palmar has a population of 681 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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 Palmar expensive to live in?

El Palmar 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 Palmar safe?

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

What is the weather like in El Palmar?

El Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Palmar?

The job market in El Palmar is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Palmar?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Palmar?

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

How healthy is El Palmar?

The obesity rate in El Palmar 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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