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Frontera, Mexico

Tabasco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Frontera is a small city in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 22,795. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
22,795 Population 9,825/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
59.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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

Population22,795
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density9,825/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.5 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population22,795
Population Density9,825 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates18.5433°, -92.6453°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation59.5 inches (1,510 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Frontera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frontera receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Frontera has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Frontera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Frontera has a population of 22,795 with a density of 9,825 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. 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

22,795
Total Population
9,825
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Frontera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Frontera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frontera is N/A. 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: Frontera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Frontera, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: Frontera vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Frontera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches (wetter 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.5 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density9,825/sq mi
Coordinates18.5433°N, 92.6453°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 6.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 6.0 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.2 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in

Frontera has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 74°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.2") and March the driest (1.2").

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

Population Density9,825/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Frontera

What is the population of Frontera?

Frontera has a population of 22,795 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9,825 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. 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 Frontera expensive to live in?

Frontera is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Frontera?

Frontera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Frontera?

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

How are the schools in Frontera?

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

How healthy is Frontera?

The obesity rate in Frontera 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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