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El Salto, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
El Salto is a small city in Durango, Mexico with a population of 24,241. Elevation: 8,268 ft (2,520 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About El Salto
El Salto is a city and seat of the municipality of Pueblo Nuevo in the southwestern part of the Mexican state of Durango. In 2015, the town had a total population of 24,241, Situated on a pine-forested plateau about 2,580 meters above sea level in the Sierra Madre mountain range, the town is home to a large lumber industry. It also has a military base. The surrounding municipality has a population of 50,417 and an area of 6,178.3 km².
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 24,241 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,268 ft (2,520 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.7785°, -105.3604° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Salto
El Salto is a small city in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 24,241. The city sits at an elevation of 8,268 feet (2,520 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: El Salto vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 776 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Salto
El Salto has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jun (21.1°C), the coldest is Jan (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 738 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,268 ft (2,520 m) |
| Area | 3,051.9 sq mi (7,904.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.7785°N, 105.3604°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (101 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in |
El Salto has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 43°F in January to 60°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and April the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in El Salto
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| COBAED Colegio De Bachilleres Del Estano De Duango Plantel #28 | College | — | — |
Schools in El Salto
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in El Salto
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in El Salto
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Salto
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in El Salto
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near El Salto
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coyotes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Durangueño Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmarito Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Salto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Cura Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Miguel de Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tayoltita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yamoriba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Salto?
El Salto has a population of 24,241 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 3,051.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Salto?
El Salto has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.
How is the job market in El Salto?
The job market in El Salto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 776 business establishments in the area.