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El Pitahayo, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Pitahayo is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,617. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,617 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
66.6 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

Population1,617
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,617
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.5324°, -98.5276°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation66.6 inches (1,692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Pitahayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Pitahayo has a population of 1,617. 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

1,617
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Pitahayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Pitahayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo, 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 Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 66.6 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 72 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.6 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.5324°N, 98.5276°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 13.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

El Pitahayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Pitahayo

What is the population of El Pitahayo?

El Pitahayo has a population of 1,617 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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 Pitahayo expensive to live in?

El Pitahayo 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 Pitahayo?

El Pitahayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Pitahayo?

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

How are the schools in El Pitahayo?

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

How healthy is El Pitahayo?

The obesity rate in El Pitahayo 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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