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Guanajuato, Mexico

Guanajuato · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Guanajuato is a mid-size city in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 72,237. Elevation: 6,594 ft (2,010 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
72,237 Population 86/sq mi density
6,594 ft Elevation 2,010 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
14.2 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

Population72,237
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density86/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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation6,594 ft (2,010 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population72,237
Population Density86 / sq mi
Elevation6,594 ft (2,010 m)
Coordinates21.0186°, -101.2591°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation14.2 inches (360 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Guanajuato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guanajuato receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Guanajuato 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

Guanajuato enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Guanajuato has a population of 72,237 with a density of 86 people per square mile, spread across 836.9 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

72,237
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
836.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Guanajuato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guanajuato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guanajuato 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: Guanajuato 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 Guanajuato, 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: Guanajuato 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

Guanajuato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 72°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 14.2 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 6,594 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.2 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,594 ft (2,010 m)
Area836.9 sq mi (2,167.5 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates21.0186°N, 101.2591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
February 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Guanajuato has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 54°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.8") and March the driest (0.4").

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 Density86/sq mi
Total Area836.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Guanajuato

What is the population of Guanajuato?

Guanajuato has a population of 72,237 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 836.9 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 Guanajuato expensive to live in?

Guanajuato 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 Guanajuato?

Guanajuato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Guanajuato?

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

How are the schools in Guanajuato?

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

How healthy is Guanajuato?

The obesity rate in Guanajuato 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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