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La Cardona, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Cardona is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 774. Elevation: 6,132 ft (1,869 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
774 Population
6,132 ft Elevation 1,869 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
14.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population774
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation6,132 ft (1,869 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population774
Elevation6,132 ft (1,869 m)
Coordinates21.7635°, -100.7400°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (367 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is La Cardona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Cardona receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. La Cardona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Cardona is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

La Cardona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Cardona has a population of 774. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

774
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Cardona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Cardona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Cardona is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (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: La Cardona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% 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

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In La Cardona, 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: La Cardona 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

La Cardona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 14.5 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 6,132 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,132 ft (1,869 m)
Coordinates21.7635°N, 100.7400°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in

La Cardona has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 57°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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 La Cardona

What is the population of La Cardona?

La Cardona has a population of 774 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is La Cardona expensive to live in?

La Cardona is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in La Cardona?

La Cardona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Cardona?

The job market in La Cardona is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Cardona?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Cardona?

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

How healthy is La Cardona?

The obesity rate in La Cardona 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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