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La Esperanza, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Esperanza is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,421. Elevation: 8,560 ft (2,609 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,421 Population
8,560 ft Elevation 2,609 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.8 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

Population1,421
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,421
Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)
Coordinates19.8342°, -99.5505°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (705 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is La Esperanza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Esperanza receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. La Esperanza 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 enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Esperanza has a population of 1,421. 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

1,421
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Esperanza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Esperanza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Esperanza 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 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, 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 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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 27.8 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 8,560 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)
Coordinates19.8342°N, 99.5505°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
February 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 5.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 7.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 6.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 5.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 51°F in December to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (0.4").

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

What is the population of La Esperanza?

La Esperanza has a population of 1,421 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 expensive to live in?

La Esperanza 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?

La Esperanza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Esperanza?

The job market in La Esperanza is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in La Esperanza?

21.4% of adults in La Esperanza 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?

The obesity rate in La Esperanza 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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