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La Salud, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

La Salud is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 891. Elevation: 9,672 ft (2,948 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

891 Population 30/sq mi density
9,672 ft Elevation 2,948 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population891
Density30/mi²

Economy

Unemployment6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation9,672 ft (2,948 m)
Population891
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation9,672 ft (2,948 m)
Coordinates19.5973°, -100.2832°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Salud

La Salud is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 891. The city sits at an elevation of 9,672 feet (2,948 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: La Salud vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Salud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,672 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,672 ft (2,948 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates19.5973°N, 100.2832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.35"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

147 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 140 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 148 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 135 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 140 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 139 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 133 km
Sep 24, 1991 1 km E of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.8 125 km
Nov 17, 1991 21 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M4.8 143 km
Aug 29, 1993 3 km NNE of Querendas, Mexico M4.8 141 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 104 km
Sep 21, 1995 29 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.6 139 km
May 26, 2014 20 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.5 146 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 49 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 137 km
May 7, 2024 11 km NNE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M4.5 139 km
May 22, 2013 2 km SE of Salguero, Mexico M4.4 138 km
Nov 29, 1990 0 km NNE of Changata, Mexico M4.4 150 km
Jun 21, 1996 4 km ENE of Villa Madero, Mexico M4.3 130 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 1 296 km
2024 John Category 2 261 km
2023 Otis Category 4 211 km
2021 Rick Category 2 239 km
2021 Grace Category 1 288 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 295 km
1996 Alma Category 2 285 km
1996 Boris Category 1 225 km
1993 Gert Category 2 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 22 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 77 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 134 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 156 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 169 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 178 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
February 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in
March 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 8.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 7.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 6.5 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
December 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in Coldest

La Salud has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 48°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near La Salud

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato 90.5 fm, acámbaro AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in La Salud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Casona de la Estación

Libraries in La Salud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón0.0

Farmers Markets in La Salud

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juarez
Mercado de la Central
Mercado Miguel Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Tuxpan
Mercado Poetas
mercado revolucion
Mercado Solidaridad
Tienda Comunitaria

Breweries in La Salud

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
antro UP
Bar de siempre
Chinos Bar
El Centavito
El chuponcito
micheladas UP
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Winners

Stadiums & Teams in La Salud

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Salud

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Salud

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral CRI

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Salud

What is the population of La Salud?

La Salud has a population of 891 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Salud?

La Salud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches.

How is the job market in La Salud?

The unemployment rate in La Salud is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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