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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).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,031 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
81.7 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

Population1,031
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain81.7 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,031
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates15.4492°, -93.1642°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation81.7 inches (2,076 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is La Esperanza (El Zapotal) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Esperanza (El Zapotal) receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. La Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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

La Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a population of 1,031. 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

1,031
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Esperanza (El Zapotal) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Esperanza (El Zapotal) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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: La Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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 La Esperanza (El Zapotal), 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 Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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 Esperanza (El Zapotal) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.7 inches (wetter 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.7 inches
115% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates15.4492°N, 93.1642°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

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").

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 Esperanza (El Zapotal)

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 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 La Esperanza (El Zapotal) expensive to live in?

La Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

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%.

How are the schools in La Esperanza (El Zapotal)?

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

How healthy is La Esperanza (El Zapotal)?

The obesity rate in La Esperanza (El Zapotal) 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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