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El Troncón, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Troncón is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 836. Elevation: 4,626 ft (1,410 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
836 Population
4,626 ft Elevation 1,410 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 17.4% 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 17.4%
383% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population836
Median Age16.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment17.4%
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population836
Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Coordinates23.4927°, -104.3870°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age16.0 years

Is El Troncón a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Troncón receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. El Troncón has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Troncón is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Troncón 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 Troncón enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Troncón has a population of 836. The median age is 16.0 years, 59% 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

836
Total Population
16.0yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Troncón vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Troncón vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Troncón 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 17.4% (above 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 Troncón vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.4%
383% above 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 Troncón, 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 Troncón 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 Troncón 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 Troncón receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: El Troncón 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 Troncón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 21.9 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 4,626 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Coordinates23.4927°N, 104.3870°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 69°F (20°C) 5.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.3 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in

El Troncón has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 54°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") 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 Troncón

What is the population of El Troncón?

El Troncón has a population of 836 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 16.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is El Troncón expensive to live in?

El Troncón 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 Troncón safe?

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

What is the weather like in El Troncón?

El Troncón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Troncón?

The job market in El Troncón faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Troncón?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Troncón?

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

How healthy is El Troncón?

The obesity rate in El Troncón 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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