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La Perla, Mexico

Chihuahua · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Perla is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 943. Elevation: 5,207 ft (1,587 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
943 Population
5,207 ft Elevation 1,587 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.5 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population943
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population943
Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)
Coordinates28.3065°, -104.5502°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (368 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is La Perla a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Perla is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 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 Perla 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 Perla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Perla has a population of 943. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% 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

943
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Perla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Perla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Perla 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 2.7% (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 Perla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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 Perla, 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 Perla 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 Perla 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 Perla receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Perla 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 Perla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.5 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 5,207 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)
Coordinates28.3065°N, 104.5502°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
December 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in

La Perla has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 47°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and March 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 Perla

What is the population of La Perla?

La Perla has a population of 943 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 29.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is La Perla expensive to live in?

La Perla 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 Perla safe?

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

What is the weather like in La Perla?

La Perla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Perla?

The job market in La Perla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Perla?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Perla?

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

How healthy is La Perla?

The obesity rate in La Perla 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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