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La Peña, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Peña is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 601. Elevation: 9,052 ft (2,759 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
601 Population
9,052 ft Elevation 2,759 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey 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, 2.0% 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 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population601
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.0%
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population601
Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)
Coordinates23.5696°, -105.3764°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is La Peña a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Peña 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 Peña has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Peña is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 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 Peña 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 Peña experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Peña has a population of 601. 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

601
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Peña vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Peña vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Peña 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 2.0% (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 Peña vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% 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).

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 Peña, 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 Peña 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 Peña 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 Peña receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Peña 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 Peña experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 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 9,052 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)
Coordinates23.5696°N, 105.3764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in Warmest
July 61°F (16°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 9.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 7.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in

La Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 46°F in January to 62°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (0.3").

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 Peña

What is the population of La Peña?

La Peña has a population of 601 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 Peña expensive to live in?

La Peña 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 Peña safe?

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

What is the weather like in La Peña?

La Peña has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Peña?

The job market in La Peña is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Peña?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Peña?

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

How healthy is La Peña?

The obesity rate in La Peña 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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