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La Esperanza, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

La Esperanza is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,311. Elevation: 5,144 ft (1,568 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,311 Population 3,985/sq mi density
5,144 ft Elevation 1,568 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,311
Density3,985/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation5,144 ft (1,568 m)
Population2,311
Population Density3,985 / sq mi
Elevation5,144 ft (1,568 m)
Coordinates17.7602°, -99.2473°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Esperanza

La Esperanza is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,311. The city sits at an elevation of 5,144 feet (1,568 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: La Esperanza vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,144 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,144 ft (1,568 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,985/sq mi
Coordinates17.7602°N, 99.2473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,845 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 129 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 119 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 125 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 143 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 102 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 149 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 137 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 113 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 150 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 113 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 81 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 44 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 98 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 84 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 132 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 128 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 92 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 104 km
Jul 12, 1998 10 km SSW of El Papayo, Mexico M5.5 143 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 74 km
2024 John Category 3 78 km
2023 Otis Category 5 110 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 291 km
2021 Rick Category 2 272 km
2017 Max Category 1 124 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 216 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 200 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 235 km
2010 Karl Category 1 288 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 97 km
1997 Rick Category 2 250 km
1996 Boris Category 1 209 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 287 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 99 km
1984 Odile Category 2 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 73 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 107 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 127 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 116 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 141 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 73 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 103 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 129 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 68 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 96 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 127 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (147 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 147 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 155 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 159 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 170 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in
September 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near La Esperanza

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Esperanza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"

Farmers Markets in La Esperanza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Airports Near La Esperanza

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Esperanza

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de Guerrero (CRIG)

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Esperanza

What is the population of La Esperanza?

La Esperanza has a population of 2,311 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,985 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Esperanza?

La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches.

How is the job market in La Esperanza?

The job market in La Esperanza is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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