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Galeana, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Galeana is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 865. Elevation: 5,013 ft (1,528 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
865 Population
5,013 ft Elevation 1,528 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good 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+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% 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

Population865
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

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,013 ft (1,528 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population865
Elevation5,013 ft (1,528 m)
Coordinates16.2253°, -92.0008°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (789 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Galeana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galeana receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Galeana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galeana 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.

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

Galeana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Galeana has a population of 865. 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

865
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Galeana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Galeana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galeana 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: Galeana 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 Galeana, 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: Galeana 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

Galeana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 31.1 inches. 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 5,013 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,013 ft (1,528 m)
Coordinates16.2253°N, 92.0008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
May 71°F (21°C) 4.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.6 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 6.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 7.4 in
September 69°F (20°C) 9.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Galeana has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 63°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.6").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Galeana

What is the population of Galeana?

Galeana has a population of 865 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 Galeana expensive to live in?

Galeana 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.

What is the weather like in Galeana?

Galeana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Galeana?

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

How much does housing cost in Galeana?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Galeana?

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

How healthy is Galeana?

The obesity rate in Galeana 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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