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La Esperanza (El Zapotal), Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
La Esperanza (El Zapotal) is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,031. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,031 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4492°, -93.1642° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.7 inches (2,076 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
La Esperanza (El Zapotal) is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,031. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Esperanza (El Zapotal) vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 33 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.2°F |
| 52% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 984.3 sq mi (2,549.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4492°N, 93.1642°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.7 m | 98 | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 119 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 189 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 14.8 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 13.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 13.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 18.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
La Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.0") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
32 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XEEW "W1420" 1420 AM Matamoros, TAM | heroica matamoros, misc | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana Tampico 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Focus Radio (Reynosa) - 1670 AM - XEFCR-AM - Reynosa, TM | 1670, 1670 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor Tampico - 100.1 FM - XHJT-FM - MVS Radio - Tampico, TM | 100.1, 100.1 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XHNOE | nuevo laredo | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Ultra 90.1 FM reynosa/RGV | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| STEREO CRISTAL 101.1 (Querétaro) - 101.1 FM - XHJHS-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro | 101.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 RGV (Matamoros) - 97.7 FM - XEEW-FM - RadioDual - Matamoros, TM | 97.7, 97.7 fm | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Stereo 91 (Nuevo Laredo) - 91.3 FM - XHNOE-FM - Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas | américa, entretenimiento | MP3 96 kbps | |
| W RADIO 1310 (Querétaro) - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, Querétaro | 1310 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Fórmula (Tampico) - 103.9 FM - XHMTS-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Tampico, Tamaulipas | 103.9 fm, entretenimiento | AAC | |
| Romántica Ciudad Victoria 96.1 FM | adult hits, baladas | MP3 | |
| W RADIO 107.9 (Querétaro) - 107.9 FM - XHQG-FM - Global Media - Querétaro, Querétaro | 107.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TOP MUSIC 91.7 (Querétaro) - 91.7 FM - XHKH-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro | 91.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Más Prendida 97.5 FM Ciudad Victoria | banda, banda norteña | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM [Querétaro, Querétaro] | music, news | AAC | |
| 91 DAT (Querétaro) - 90.9 FM - XHQRT-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro | 91 dat, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 88.7 (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM - XHJX-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Querétaro, Querétaro | 88.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD 89.5 (Querétaro) - 89.5 FM - XHUAQ-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro - Querétaro, Querétaro | 89.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 91 DAT 90.9 (Querétaro) - 90.9 FM - XHQRT-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Vox 89.3 FM Tampico | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tampico - 95.3 FM - XHOX-FM - MVS Radio - Tampico, TM | 95.3, 95.3 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| La Cotorra 101.7 FM Ciudad Victoria | banda, banda norteña | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Raza 89.3 FM Ciudad Victoria | banda, banda norteña | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa Ciudad Victoria 94.5 FM | adult contemporary, charts | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Imagen radio (Tamaulipas) - 103.1 FM [Tampico, Tamaulipas] | music, news | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Tampico) - 103.9 FM [Tampico, Tamaulipas] | music, news | AAC | |
| Éxitos (Matamoros) - 91.3 FM - XHMLS-FM - Grupo Radio Avanzado - Matamoros, Tamaulipas | 91.3, 91.3 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| @FM (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama - Reynosa, Tamaulipas | 95.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| La Lupe Ciudad Victoria 95.3 FM | adult hits, baladas | AAC 93 kbps | |
| @FM (Tampico) - 93.5 FM - XHPP-FM - Radiorama - Tampico, Tamaulipas | 93.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Digital 101.5 FM Reynosa/RGV | digital, latin pop | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Lázaro Cárdenas |
Restaurants in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Esperanza (El Zapotal)
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tonala Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Esperanza (El Zapotal)?
La Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a population of 1,031 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 984.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)?
La Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.7 inches.
How is the job market in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)?
The job market in La Esperanza (El Zapotal) is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.