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La Joya, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Joya is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 3,800. Elevation: 9,170 ft (2,795 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,800 Population
9,170 ft Elevation 2,795 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population3,800
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation9,170 ft (2,795 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population3,800
Elevation9,170 ft (2,795 m)
Coordinates19.2764°, -99.7589°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is La Joya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Joya receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. La Joya has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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 57°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Joya has a population of 3,800. 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

3,800
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Joya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Joya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Joya is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.1% (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

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% 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

In La Joya, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

La Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 31.9 inches. 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 9,170 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation9,170 ft (2,795 m)
Coordinates19.2764°N, 99.7589°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in
February 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 6.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 7.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 7.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 6.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest

La Joya has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 50°F in December to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.4").

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About La Joya

What is the population of La Joya?

La Joya has a population of 3,800 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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.

What is the weather like in La Joya?

La Joya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 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 2.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

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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