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El Progreso, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Progreso is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 542. Elevation: 6,627 ft (2,020 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
542 Population
6,627 ft Elevation 2,020 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey 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, 1.5% 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 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population542
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.5%
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population542
Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)
Coordinates24.6396°, -104.8376°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is El Progreso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Progreso 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 Progreso has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Progreso is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 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 Progreso 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 Progreso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Progreso has a population of 542. 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

542
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Progreso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Progreso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Progreso 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 1.5% (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 Progreso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% 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 Progreso, 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 Progreso 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 Progreso 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 Progreso receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Progreso 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 Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.7 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 6,627 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)
Coordinates24.6396°N, 104.8376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
July 65°F (18°C) 6.0 in Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
October 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
December 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in

El Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 48°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.0") and March the driest (0.2").

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 Progreso

What is the population of El Progreso?

El Progreso has a population of 542 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 Progreso expensive to live in?

El Progreso 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 Progreso safe?

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

What is the weather like in El Progreso?

El Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Progreso?

The job market in El Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Progreso?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Progreso?

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

How healthy is El Progreso?

The obesity rate in El Progreso 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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