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La Muralla, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Muralla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 576. Elevation: 1,145 ft (349 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
576 Population
1,145 ft Elevation 349 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 13.6% 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
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 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population576
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

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

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population576
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Coordinates16.4924°, -97.8407°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is La Muralla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Muralla receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. La Muralla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Muralla is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Muralla 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 Muralla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Muralla has a population of 576. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger 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

576
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Muralla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Muralla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Muralla 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 13.6% (above 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 Muralla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above 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).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In La Muralla, 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 Muralla 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 Muralla 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 Muralla receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Muralla 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

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
La Muralla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 47.6 inches (wetter 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 1,145 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Coordinates16.4924°N, 97.8407°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in

La Muralla has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 75°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About La Muralla

What is the population of La Muralla?

La Muralla has a population of 576 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is La Muralla expensive to live in?

La Muralla 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 Muralla safe?

La Muralla 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 Muralla receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in La Muralla?

La Muralla 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 81°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Muralla?

The job market in La Muralla faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Muralla?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Muralla?

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

How healthy is La Muralla?

The obesity rate in La Muralla 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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