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La Joya, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
La Joya is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 683. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 683 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8642°, -92.2561° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Joya
La Joya is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 683. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Joya vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 22 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Joya
La Joya has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 307.8 sq mi (797.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8642°N, 92.2561°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 112 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 105 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 72 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 34 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 80 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 154 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 13.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 15.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 17.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 22.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
La Joya has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 116.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near La Joya
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA (GT) | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Joya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in La Joya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Liberira La Excelencia | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria El Maestro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Joya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado Publico | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Breweries in La Joya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in La Joya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Joya
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Joya
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Joya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Señor de la Divina Misericordia |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Joya?
La Joya has a population of 683 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 307.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Joya?
La Joya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in La Joya?
The job market in La Joya is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.