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Estación la Cruz, Mexico

Chihuahua · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Estación la Cruz is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 739. Elevation: 3,990 ft (1,216 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
739 Population
3,990 ft Elevation 1,216 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population739
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation3,990 ft (1,216 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population739
Elevation3,990 ft (1,216 m)
Coordinates27.8261°, -105.1883°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Estación la Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Estación la Cruz 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. Estación la Cruz has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Estación la Cruz is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Estación la Cruz 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

Estación la Cruz enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Estación la Cruz has a population of 739. 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

739
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Estación la Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Estación la Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Estación la Cruz 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 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: Estación la Cruz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 Estación la Cruz, 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: Estación la Cruz 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

Estación la Cruz 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, Estación la Cruz receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Estación la Cruz 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
Estación la Cruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.7 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 3,990 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.7 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,990 ft (1,216 m)
Coordinates27.8261°N, 105.1883°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in

Estación la Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 51°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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 Estación la Cruz

What is the population of Estación la Cruz?

Estación la Cruz has a population of 739 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 Estación la Cruz expensive to live in?

Estación la Cruz 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 Estación la Cruz safe?

Estación la Cruz 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, Estación la Cruz receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Estación la Cruz?

Estación la Cruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Estación la Cruz?

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

How much does housing cost in Estación la Cruz?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Estación la Cruz?

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

How healthy is Estación la Cruz?

The obesity rate in Estación la Cruz 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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