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La Estancita, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

La Estancita is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 656. Elevation: 4,432 ft (1,351 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

656 Population 283/sq mi density
4,432 ft Elevation 1,351 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population656
Density283/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Population656
Population Density283 / sq mi
Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Coordinates20.7369°, -103.9981°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Estancita

La Estancita is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 656. The city sits at an elevation of 4,432 feet (1,351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: La Estancita vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Estancita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 33.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,432 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates20.7369°N, 103.9981°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 2, 2022.

Mar 5, 1998 12 km ESE of Guachinango, Mexico M4.6 37 km
May 30, 2005 7 km NNE of Cofradía de Suchitlán, Mexico M4.5 144 km
May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 52 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 121 km
Mar 5, 2009 0 km WSW of San Francisco, Mexico M4.2 149 km
Jun 15, 2013 4 km SE of Rincón de Guayabitos, Mexico M4.2 133 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 85 km
Oct 25, 1992 1 km WSW of Tolimán, Mexico M4.2 127 km
Apr 15, 1999 21 km WSW of Purificación, Mexico M4.2 146 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 126 km
May 29, 2000 9 km NW of Purificación, Mexico M4.2 128 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 144 km
Jul 24, 2000 5 km W of Jiquilpan, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Apr 2, 1998 7 km N of Minatitlán, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Dec 14, 2013 4 km NNW of Cofradía de Suchitlán, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 133 km
Jul 5, 2015 5 km WSW of Zapotán, Mexico M4.1 101 km
May 7, 1998 7 km NNE of Cofradía de Suchitlán, Mexico M4.1 146 km
Jun 2, 2005 5 km NNW of Cofradía, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jul 2, 2022 5 km NNE of Cuautitlán, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

29 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 63 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 262 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 210 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 285 km
2021 Rick Category 2 297 km
2021 Nora Category 1 147 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 244 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 180 km
2018 Willa Category 3 285 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 49 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 287 km
2013 Erick Category 1 280 km
2012 Bud Category 2 258 km
2011 Jova Category 2 126 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 219 km
2009 Andres Category 1 273 km
2006 John Category 3 262 km
2006 Lane Category 2 245 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 181 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 400 124 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (68 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 68 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 88 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 142 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
June 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 8.6 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in

La Estancita has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and April the driest (0.1").

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Schools in La Estancita

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Benito Juarez
Rafael Jimenez
Vicente Guerrero
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Radio Stations near La Estancita

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco 105.5 fm, ameca MP3
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco 105.5 fm, ameca MP3
VALLES DIGITAL RADIO 1210 (El Arenal) - 1210 AM - XECSAC-AM - El Arenal, Jalisco 1210 am, am MP3 64 kbps

Museums in La Estancita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura de Teuchitlán
Museo De Guachimontones
Museum Los Abuelos
National Museum of the Tequila

Libraries in La Estancita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca infantil.0.0
Bilioteca CUVALLES0.0
Ex Hospital Hilarión Romero0.0

Farmers Markets in La Estancita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado
Mercado Ahualulco de mercado
Mercado Municipal de Teuchitlán

Breweries in La Estancita

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Casa Sauza

Stadiums & Teams in La Estancita

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Estancita

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guadalajara International AirportGDLLarge Airport
Amatlan de Jora AirportSmall Airport
Apozolco AirportSmall Airport
Cap. Jorge García Lopez AirportSmall Airport
Cuautla AirportSmall Airport
El Trapiche AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo AirportSmall Airport
Mecatillo AirportSmall Airport
Pacana AirportSmall Airport
Vientos de la Vega AirportSmall Airport
Zapopan Air Force BaseSmall Airport

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 Estancita

What is the population of La Estancita?

La Estancita has a population of 656 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 283 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Estancita?

La Estancita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.

How is the job market in La Estancita?

The job market in La Estancita is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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