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El Rosario, Mexico

Sinaloa · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Rosario is a small city in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 16,001. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,001 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
36.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population16,001
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population16,001
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates22.9903°, -105.8542°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (914 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is El Rosario a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Rosario 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 Rosario 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 Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Rosario has a population of 16,001. 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

16,001
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Rosario vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Rosario vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Rosario 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 Rosario 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 Rosario, 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 Rosario 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 Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.0 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 108 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates22.9903°N, 105.8542°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 9.5 in
August 83°F (29°C) 9.6 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 8.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in

El Rosario has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 70°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and April the driest (0.0").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Rosario

What is the population of El Rosario?

El Rosario has a population of 16,001 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 Rosario expensive to live in?

El Rosario 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 Rosario?

El Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Rosario?

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

How are the schools in El Rosario?

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

How healthy is El Rosario?

The obesity rate in El Rosario 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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