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El Salvador, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

El Salvador is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,021. Elevation: 5,807 ft (1,770 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,021 Population 1/sq mi density
5,807 ft Elevation 1,770 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
15.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,021
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation5,807 ft (1,770 m)
Population1,021
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,807 ft (1,770 m)
Coordinates24.5206°, -100.8674°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation15.8 inches (402 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Salvador

El Salvador is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,021. The city sits at an elevation of 5,807 feet (1,770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: El Salvador vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Salvador enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,807 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,807 ft (1,770 m)
Area1,000.4 sq mi (2,591.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.5206°N, 100.8674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.36"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 16, 2022.

Jun 15, 2000 3 km NNE of Saltillo, Mexico M4.6 104 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 68 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 112 km
Jul 21, 2020 28 km SSW of Huachichil, Mexico M4.2 50 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 95 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 79 km
Jan 20, 2010 4 km S of San Pedro Garza García, Mexico M4.0 131 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Mar 16, 2022 5 km SW of Santiago, Mexico M3.4 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 215 km
2005 Emily Category 2 225 km
1988 Gilbert Category 1 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 2.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in

El Salvador has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near El Salvador

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciénega del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
El Ranchito AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe AirstripSmall Airport
Mazapil East AirfieldSmall Airport
Minera Camino Rojo AirportSmall Airport
Palula AirportSmall Airport
San Marcos del Tapado AirfieldSmall Airport
San Rafael AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana de Vanegas AirportSmall Airport
Terminal AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Salvador

What is the population of El Salvador?

El Salvador has a population of 1,021 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,000.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Salvador?

El Salvador enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches.

How is the job market in El Salvador?

The job market in El Salvador is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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