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Faja de Oro, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Faja de Oro is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 2,356. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,356 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0324°, -92.1563° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Faja de Oro
Faja de Oro is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 2,356. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet (694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Faja de Oro vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 75 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Faja de Oro
Faja de Oro has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Area | 81.0 sq mi (209.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0324°N, 92.1563°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 120 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 84 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 12 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 73 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 150 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 151 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 17.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 14.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in |
Faja de Oro has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.5") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Faja de Oro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Dr. Belizario Dominguez Palencia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Faja de Oro
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA (GT) | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Faja de Oro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Faja de Oro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Faja de Oro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Restaurants in Faja de Oro
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Faja de Oro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in Faja de Oro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Faja de Oro
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Faja de Oro
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
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What is the population of Faja de Oro?
Faja de Oro has a population of 2,356 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 81.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Faja de Oro?
Faja de Oro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.
How is the job market in Faja de Oro?
The job market in Faja de Oro is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 75 business establishments in the area.