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Isla Holbox, Mexico

Quintana Roo · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Isla Holbox is a small town in Quintana Roo, Mexico with a population of 1,486. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,486 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
America / Cancun 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

Population1,486
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,486
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates21.5232°, -87.3778°
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuintana Roo
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Isla Holbox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isla Holbox 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. Isla Holbox 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

Isla Holbox has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Isla Holbox has a population of 1,486. 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

1,486
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Isla Holbox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Isla Holbox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isla Holbox 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: Isla Holbox 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 Isla Holbox, 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: Isla Holbox 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

Isla Holbox has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.1 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates21.5232°N, 87.3778°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 78°F (25°C) 1.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.6 in
December 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in

Isla Holbox has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 73°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.9") and March the driest (1.2").

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 Isla Holbox

What is the population of Isla Holbox?

Isla Holbox has a population of 1,486 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 Isla Holbox expensive to live in?

Isla Holbox 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 Isla Holbox?

Isla Holbox has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Isla Holbox?

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

How are the schools in Isla Holbox?

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

How healthy is Isla Holbox?

The obesity rate in Isla Holbox 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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