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Fronteras, Mexico

Sonora · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Fronteras is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 834. Elevation: 3,724 ft (1,135 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
834 Population
3,724 ft Elevation 1,135 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.3 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 5.8% 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 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population834
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment5.8%
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population834
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Coordinates30.8973°, -109.5597°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (388 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Fronteras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fronteras receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Fronteras has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fronteras is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Fronteras 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

Fronteras enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Fronteras has a population of 834. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

834
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fronteras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fronteras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fronteras 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 5.8% (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: Fronteras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% 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 Fronteras, 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: Fronteras 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

Fronteras 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, Fronteras receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Fronteras 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
Fronteras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.3 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 3,724 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Coordinates30.8973°N, 109.5597°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
June 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
September 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in

Fronteras has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and May 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 Fronteras

What is the population of Fronteras?

Fronteras has a population of 834 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Fronteras expensive to live in?

Fronteras 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 Fronteras safe?

Fronteras 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, Fronteras receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fronteras?

Fronteras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Fronteras?

The unemployment rate in Fronteras is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Fronteras?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Fronteras?

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

How healthy is Fronteras?

The obesity rate in Fronteras 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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