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General Martín López, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

General Martín López is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 892. Elevation: 6,355 ft (1,937 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
892 Population
6,355 ft Elevation 1,937 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.5% 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 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population892
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.5%
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation6,355 ft (1,937 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population892
Elevation6,355 ft (1,937 m)
Coordinates24.4599°, -104.7504°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is General Martín López a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, General Martín López 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. General Martín López has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in General Martín López is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 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

General Martín López 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

General Martín López enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

General Martín López has a population of 892. 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

892
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

General Martín López vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

General Martín López vs U.S. Average

The median household income in General Martín López 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 1.5% (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: General Martín López vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% 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 General Martín López, 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: General Martín López 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

General Martín López 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, General Martín López receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: General Martín López 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
General Martín López enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 21.9 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 6,355 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,355 ft (1,937 m)
Coordinates24.4599°N, 104.7504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
June 71°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 5.1 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in

General Martín López has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 51°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") 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 General Martín López

What is the population of General Martín López?

General Martín López has a population of 892 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 General Martín López expensive to live in?

General Martín López 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 General Martín López safe?

General Martín López 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, General Martín López receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in General Martín López?

General Martín López enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in General Martín López?

The job market in General Martín López is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in General Martín López?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in General Martín López?

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

How healthy is General Martín López?

The obesity rate in General Martín López 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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