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La Escondidita, Mexico

Guanajuato · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Escondidita is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 613. Elevation: 6,532 ft (1,991 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
613 Population
6,532 ft Elevation 1,991 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
16.9 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, 1.7% 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 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population613
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation6,532 ft (1,991 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population613
Elevation6,532 ft (1,991 m)
Coordinates21.3006°, -100.6253°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation16.9 inches (429 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is La Escondidita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Escondidita 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 Escondidita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Escondidita is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 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 Escondidita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Escondidita has a population of 613. 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

613
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Escondidita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Escondidita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Escondidita 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 1.7% (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: La Escondidita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% 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 Escondidita, 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 Escondidita 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 Escondidita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 16.9 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 6,532 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,532 ft (1,991 m)
Coordinates21.3006°N, 100.6253°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (16°C) 0.3 in
April 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in

La Escondidita has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 54°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and November 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 Escondidita

What is the population of La Escondidita?

La Escondidita has a population of 613 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 Escondidita expensive to live in?

La Escondidita 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 Escondidita?

La Escondidita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Escondidita?

The job market in La Escondidita is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Escondidita?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Escondidita?

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

How healthy is La Escondidita?

The obesity rate in La Escondidita 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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