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Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 17,543. Elevation: 6,831 ft (2,082 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 17,543 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,831 ft (2,082 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2687°, -97.6803° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 17,543. The city sits at an elevation of 6,831 feet (2,082 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 561 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is May (20.1°C), the coldest is Dec (13.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,831 ft (2,082 m) |
| Area | 132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2687°N, 97.6803°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 122 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 112 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 105 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 104 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 149 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 56°F in January to 67°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria "Chapultepec" | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico Industrial y de Servicios #2 (CBTis)) | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria José Vasconcelos | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco?
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco has a population of 17,543 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco?
Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
How is the job market in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco?
The job market in Heroica Ciudad de Tlaxiaco is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 561 business establishments in the area.