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Higuera de Zaragoza, Mexico

Sinaloa · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Higuera de Zaragoza is a small city in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 9,555. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,555 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population9,555
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population9,555
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates25.9686°, -109.3022°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Higuera de Zaragoza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higuera de Zaragoza 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. Higuera de Zaragoza 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

Higuera de Zaragoza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Higuera de Zaragoza has a population of 9,555. 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

9,555
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Higuera de Zaragoza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Higuera de Zaragoza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higuera de Zaragoza 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: Higuera de Zaragoza 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 Higuera de Zaragoza, 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: Higuera de Zaragoza 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

Higuera de Zaragoza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.7 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 79 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.7 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates25.9686°N, 109.3022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
June 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 88°F (31°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 87°F (31°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Higuera de Zaragoza has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 65°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (0.0").

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 Higuera de Zaragoza

What is the population of Higuera de Zaragoza?

Higuera de Zaragoza has a population of 9,555 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 Higuera de Zaragoza expensive to live in?

Higuera de Zaragoza 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 Higuera de Zaragoza?

Higuera de Zaragoza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Higuera de Zaragoza?

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

How are the schools in Higuera de Zaragoza?

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

How healthy is Higuera de Zaragoza?

The obesity rate in Higuera de Zaragoza 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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