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Ixtapaluca, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Ixtapaluca is a large city in México, Mexico with a population of 322,271. Elevation: 7,392 ft (2,253 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
322,271 Population 2,549/sq mi density
7,392 ft Elevation 2,253 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.5 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

Population322,271
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density2,549/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation7,392 ft (2,253 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population322,271
Population Density2,549 / sq mi
Elevation7,392 ft (2,253 m)
Coordinates19.3156°, -98.8828°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Ixtapaluca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ixtapaluca 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. Ixtapaluca 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

Ixtapaluca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Ixtapaluca has a population of 322,271 with a density of 2,549 people per square mile, spread across 126.4 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

322,271
Total Population
2,549
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
126.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ixtapaluca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ixtapaluca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ixtapaluca 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: Ixtapaluca 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 Ixtapaluca, 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: Ixtapaluca 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

Ixtapaluca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 20.5 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 7,392 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,392 ft (2,253 m)
Area126.4 sq mi (327.4 km²)
Population Density2,549/sq mi
Coordinates19.3156°N, 98.8828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Ixtapaluca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 57°F in December to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and December the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density2,549/sq mi
Total Area126.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ixtapaluca

What is the population of Ixtapaluca?

Ixtapaluca has a population of 322,271 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2,549 people per square mile, spread across 126.4 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 Ixtapaluca expensive to live in?

Ixtapaluca 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 Ixtapaluca?

Ixtapaluca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Ixtapaluca?

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

How are the schools in Ixtapaluca?

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

How healthy is Ixtapaluca?

The obesity rate in Ixtapaluca 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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