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La Ciudad, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

La Ciudad is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 2,609. Elevation: 8,507 ft (2,593 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

2,609 Population 1/sq mi density
8,507 ft Elevation 2,593 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population2,609
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation8,507 ft (2,593 m)
Population2,609
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation8,507 ft (2,593 m)
Coordinates23.7328°, -105.6912°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Ciudad

La Ciudad is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 2,609. The city sits at an elevation of 8,507 feet (2,593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 83 business establishments.

Income: La Ciudad vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)83

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Ciudad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,507 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,507 ft (2,593 m)
Area3,051.9 sq mi (7,904.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.7328°N, 105.6912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.51"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 29, 2003.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 122 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 102 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 103 km
2018 Willa Category 3 84 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 258 km
2006 Lane Category 3 154 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 161 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 259 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 84 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 187 km
1989 Kiko Category 2 262 km
1986 Newton Category 1 279 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 184 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 205 km
1983 Tico Category 3 112 km
1981 Norma Category 2 82 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 134 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in
April 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
July 65°F (18°C) 10.5 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 9.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 7.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in

La Ciudad has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 52°F in January to 66°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.5") and April the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in La Ciudad

Institution Type Founded Website
El Colegio de Bachilleres del Estado de Durango College
Secundaria técnica #66 College

Restaurants in La Ciudad

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buenos Aires
Elsa
La Ermita
Restaurante Mexiquillo
Villa del Sol

Gas Stations in La Ciudad

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex La Cuidad

Airports Near La Ciudad

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Rafael Buelna International AirportMZTLarge Airport
Coyotes AirportSmall Airport
Ejido Pueblo Viejo AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Airstrip.Small Airport
El Limon de Los Peña AirstripSmall Airport
El Palmarito AirstripSmall Airport
El Rosario AirstripSmall Airport
El Salto AirportSmall Airport
Las Azoteas AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
Mazfly S.C. AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSmall Airport
San Miguel de Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Tayoltita AirportSmall Airport
Yamoriba AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Ciudad

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catedral de Vida

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Ciudad

What is the population of La Ciudad?

La Ciudad has a population of 2,609 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,051.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Ciudad?

La Ciudad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in La Ciudad?

The job market in La Ciudad is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 83 business establishments in the area.

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