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Jalpa, Mexico

Zacatecas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Jalpa is a small city in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 14,199. Elevation: 4,554 ft (1,388 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,199 Population 51/sq mi density
4,554 ft Elevation 1,388 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
26.9 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

Population14,199
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density51/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 Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population14,199
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)
Coordinates21.6324°, -102.9791°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Jalpa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jalpa 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. Jalpa 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

Jalpa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Jalpa has a population of 14,199 with a density of 51 people per square mile, spread across 277.1 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

14,199
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
277.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jalpa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jalpa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jalpa 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: Jalpa 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 Jalpa, 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: Jalpa 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

Jalpa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 26.9 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 4,554 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,554 ft (1,388 m)
Area277.1 sq mi (717.6 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates21.6324°N, 102.9791°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest
July 69°F (21°C) 7.4 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 6.0 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in

Jalpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 57°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and March the driest (0.1").

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 Density51/sq mi
Total Area277.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jalpa

What is the population of Jalpa?

Jalpa has a population of 14,199 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 277.1 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 Jalpa expensive to live in?

Jalpa 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 Jalpa?

Jalpa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Jalpa?

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

How are the schools in Jalpa?

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

How healthy is Jalpa?

The obesity rate in Jalpa 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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