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La Sirena, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Sirena is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 667. Elevation: 3,560 ft (1,085 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
667 Population
3,560 ft Elevation 1,085 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 8.2% 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 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population667
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment8.2%
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 Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation3,560 ft (1,085 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population667
Elevation3,560 ft (1,085 m)
Coordinates15.9714°, -96.6525°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is La Sirena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Sirena receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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 Sirena has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Sirena is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, 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 Sirena 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 Sirena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Sirena has a population of 667. 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

667
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Sirena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Sirena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Sirena 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 8.2% (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 Sirena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% 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 Sirena, 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 Sirena 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 Sirena 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 Sirena receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Sirena 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 Sirena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 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 3,560 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.2 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,560 ft (1,085 m)
Coordinates15.9714°N, 96.6525°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
May 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 74°F (24°C) 11.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.3 in
August 74°F (23°C) 10.8 in
September 74°F (23°C) 11.7 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in

La Sirena has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 63°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and January 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 Sirena

What is the population of La Sirena?

La Sirena has a population of 667 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 Sirena expensive to live in?

La Sirena 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 Sirena safe?

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

What is the weather like in La Sirena?

La Sirena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Sirena?

The job market in La Sirena faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Sirena?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Sirena?

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

How healthy is La Sirena?

The obesity rate in La Sirena 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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