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La Esperanza, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
La Esperanza is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 5,135 ft (1,565 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,225 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,135 ft (1,565 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0553°, -102.4108° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet (1,565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Esperanza vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 39 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Esperanza
La Esperanza has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,135 ft (1,565 m) |
| Area | 60.9 sq mi (157.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0553°N, 102.4108°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 73 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near La Esperanza
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| LOS 40 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Esperanza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Ciudad de Zamora |
Libraries in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis González COLMICH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal Martínez de Navarrete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megabastos Zamora | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Tangancicuaro | |||||
| Mercado del Carmen | |||||
| Mercado del Valle | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Barca | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado Hidalgo |
Stadiums & Teams in La Esperanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esperanza
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tepatitlan Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Esperanza
What is the population of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 60.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
How is the job market in La Esperanza?
The job market in La Esperanza is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.