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La Joya, Mexico

Baja California · Mexico

La Joya is a small city in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 26,860. Elevation: 965 ft (294 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,860 Population 100/sq mi density
965 ft Elevation 294 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
11.4 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population26,860
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
Ownership66.4%

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation965 ft (294 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population26,860
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Coordinates32.4436°, -117.0037°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.4 inches (290 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is La Joya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Joya receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. La Joya has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Joya is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

La Joya is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

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 Joya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Joya has a population of 26,860 with a density of 100 people per square mile, spread across 268.5 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

26,860
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
268.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Joya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

La Joya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Joya is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (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 Joya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% 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

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.4%
Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In La Joya, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 16.3% of residents, above the national average. 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). 5.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: La Joya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease16.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
COPD15.5%
Kidney Disease22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Premature Death163/100K

Food & Exercise

La Joya has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, La Joya receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Joya vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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La Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.4 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 965 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area268.5 sq mi (695.4 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates32.4436°N, 117.0037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.4"
70% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Earthquake History

6,220 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M3.3 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 106 km
Jul 7, 2010 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.4 119 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.3 150 km
Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 135 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 110 km
Apr 4, 2010 15km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX M5.3 129 km
Jun 5, 2021 11km W of Calipatria, CA M5.3 150 km
Apr 14, 2025 5 km S of Julian, CA M5.2 76 km
Jun 12, 2005 10km ESE of Anza, CA M5.2 128 km
Jun 10, 2016 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.2 122 km
Oct 31, 2001 16km ESE of Anza, CA M5.0 127 km
Jun 15, 2004 67km SE of San Clemente Is. (SE tip), CA M5.0 86 km
Apr 5, 2010 20km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.0 115 km
Apr 5, 2010 19km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M4.9 115 km
May 22, 2010 17km WNW of Progreso, B.C., MX M4.9 119 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NW of Brawley, CA M4.9 149 km
Jul 26, 1997 16km N of Borrego Springs, California M4.9 123 km
Apr 4, 2020 17km ESE of Anza, CA M4.9 125 km
Feb 18, 1998 70km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M4.9 139 km
Feb 12, 2024 3 km NNW of El Centro, CA M4.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1862 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m 34 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (154 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CEDAR (268,362 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 CEDAR 268,362 59 km
2007 WITCH 167,551 74 km
2007 HARRIS 90,443 31 km
2002 PINES 65,407 88 km
2003 PARADISE 55,995 85 km
2007 POOMACHA 47,496 96 km
2003 MINE/OTAY 37,232 25 km
1993 GUEJITO 17,141 75 km
2006 HORSE 16,659 47 km
2020 VALLEY 16,517 44 km
1996 OTAY 322 12,238 21 km
2012 WILSON 12,048 97 km
2001 VIEJAS 10,942 47 km
1995 SYCAMORE 9,626 32 km
2012 STEWART 9,501 91 km
1996 HARMONY 9,289 75 km
2004 MATAGUAY 9,087 92 km
1995 EL MONTE 8,482 56 km
2016 BORDER 3 7,958 45 km
1985 MILLER 7,809 29 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
March 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
December 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in

La Joya has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area268.5 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near La Joya

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KPBS (US) public radio MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZION 540 (Tijuana) - 540 AM - XESURF-AM - Zion Multimedia - Tijuana, Baja California 540 am, am MP3 96 kbps
LA PODEROSA 860 (Tijuana) - 860 AM - XEMO-AM - Uniradio - Tijuana, Baja California 860 am, am MP3 128 kbps
104.5 Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, 80s en español AAC 149 kbps
RADIO LATINA 104.5 (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, 80s en español AAC 147 kbps
KSDS JAZZ 88.3 FM (US) MP3 128 kbps
Asterisk Radio classic rock MP3 128 kbps
KPBS-HD2 Classical San Diego (US) classical, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Jazz 88.3 San Diego, KSDS (US) MP3 128 kbps
Chililines Radio música retro MP3 128 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 950 (Tijuana) - 950 AM - XEKAM-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Tijuana, Baja California 950 am, am AAC
More FM 98.9 (US) rock AAC+ 192 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 106.9 FM deportes, entretenimiento AAC 32 kbps
Globo 99.3 (Tijuana) - 99.3 FM - XHOCL-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California 99.3 fm, adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
LA MEJOR FM 90.7 (Tijuana) - 90.7 FM - XHTIM-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California 90.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
101.5 KGB (US) classic rock AAC
Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California 104.5 fm, américa AAC+ 40 kbps
KPBS Classical San Diego AAC 256 (US) classical, public radio AAC+ 56 kbps
Adictiva Radio (Tijuana) - 98.9 FM - XHMORE-FM - Esquina 32 - Tijuana, Baja California 98.9 fm, adictiva radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Joya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHULA VISTA NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6194095900$1,071,358
CORONADO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6194357242$851,598
CORONADO MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND ARTHISTORIC PRESERVATION1100 ORANGE AVENUE6194357242$851,598
BONITA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6192675141$112,541
BONITA MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6192675141$112,541
SAN DIEGO ELECTRIC RAILWAY ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM6194744400$59,000
SAN DIEGO FLIGHT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$54,230
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM
KINGSTON TRIO LEGACY PROJECTGENERAL MUSEUM6193479103
NATIONAL CITY DEPOTGENERAL MUSEUM6194744400
SAN DIEGO JET CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6196719222
SAN DIEGO NAVY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6194271847
SOUTH BAY BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER900 OTAY LAKES ROAD
SOUTH BAY CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6199929000
SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6194216700
TIJUANA RIVER NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Libraries in La Joya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHULA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY365 F ST.0.0832,918
CORONADO PUBLIC LIBRARY640 ORANGE AVE.0.0334,625
NATIONAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY1401 NATIONAL CITY BLVD.0.0312,850

Farmers Markets in La Joya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chula Vista Farmers Market3rd Ave. & Center St.
Chula Vista Otay Ranch Certified Farmers Market2015 Birch Road and Eastlake BlvdVisit
Imperial Beach Certified Farmers Market10 Evergreen Avenue04/01/2014 to 09/30/2014Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
National City CFMA Street & 8th St.

Breweries in La Joya

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Bridge BrewingBrewery688 Marsat Ct6199347371Visit
Chula Vista BreweryFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries1090 3rd Ave6196911295
Feria MayaBeverage Manufacturers, Soft Drinks Retail, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Beverage Dispensing Equip1497 Jayken Way6195755043
Food 4 LessSupermarket, Grocery Store and Supermarket West Chula Vista, Grocery Store and Supermarket, Cheese S1320 E 30th St6194775991Visit
MichelatosFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries1165 Walnut Ave6194231312
Plum Crazy SaloonEntertainment & Arts, Bars Pubs & Clubs, Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, recreation, food and d1192 Tobias Dr6194767992
Project Pie, Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Panera BreadSandwich Place, Bakery Downtown Chula Vista, Bakery, Caf, and Sandwich Place, Restaurant, Pizza Plac555 Broadway6195912490, 6196212979, 6195858400, 6194273943Visit
Sanctum Ale HouseBrewers1080 Park Blvd 1204
Socal Brew ShopWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries2424 Hoover Ave

Cell Towers in La Joya

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
14551 OTAY LAKES ROADLTOWER36
14551 OTAY LAKES ROADLTOWER36
220 "A" Olympic ParkwayGTOWER18
220 "A" Olympic ParkwayGTOWER18
Chuladera Site 825 Chervil CourtTOWER15
Chuladera Site 825 Chervil CourtTOWER15

Superfund Sites Near La Joya

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES3554 DALBERGIA STSAN DIEGO

Airports Near La Joya

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International AirportTIJLarge Airport
San Diego International AirportSANLarge Airport
Brown Field Municipal AirportSDMMedium Airport
Ensenada International Airport / El Ciprés Air BaseESEMedium Airport
McClellan-Palomar AirportCLDMedium Airport
Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher FieldNKXMedium Airport
North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey FieldNZYMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Black Mountain Open Space GliderportSmall Airport
Blair Valley Landing FieldSmall Airport
Borrego Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Butterfield Ranch Private AirstripSmall Airport
Cordell Landing Private AirportSmall Airport
Daley Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Earthquake Valley Glider Landing ZoneSmall Airport
Flying T Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gillespie FieldSEESmall Airport
Hoffman Private AirportSmall Airport
Hunt's Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
John Nichols Field AirportSmall Airport
La Grulla AirportSmall Airport
La Uva AirportSmall Airport
Lake Wohlford Resort AirportSmall Airport
Lansing Empire Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Little Blair Valley Landing FieldSmall Airport
Loma Madera Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Montgomery-Gibbs Executive AirportMYFSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Field Imperial Beach (Ream Field)NRSSmall Airport
On the Rocks AirportSmall Airport
Poway Field GliderportSmall Airport
Ramona AirportSmall Airport
Rancho las Juntas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Sandoval AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Reider Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rough Acres Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Torrey Pines GliderportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Joya

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bayview Behavioral Health CampusBoth619-426-6310
Community Research Foundation - South Bay Guidance CenterBoth619-427-4661
Family Health Centers of San Diego Inc - South Bay BH/Solutions for RecoverySubstance Abuse649-906-5323
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ - (MITE)/STRCSubstance Abuse619-691-1045 x2002
Tradition OneSubstance Abuse619-264-0141

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Joya

What is the population of La Joya?

La Joya has a population of 26,860 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 268.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is La Joya expensive to live in?

La Joya is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is La Joya safe?

La Joya is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, La Joya receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in La Joya?

La Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Joya?

The job market in La Joya is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Joya?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400. The homeownership rate is 66.4%.

How are the schools in La Joya?

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

How healthy is La Joya?

The obesity rate in La Joya 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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