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La Unión, Mexico
Sonora · Mexico
La Unión is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 4,812. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
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About La Unión
La Unión Tepito is a Mexican criminal organization. It was created in 2009 under the tutelage of Édgar Valdez Villarreal. Its first leader was Francisco Javier Hernández Gómez, who was murdered in October 2017 in the parking lot of a shopping center in the Indios Verdes area, in the borough of Gustavo A. Madero of Mexico City. La Unión Tepito is dedicated to the sale of narcotics, kidnapping, extortion, and homicide.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,812 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.8202°, -109.6083° |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Sonora |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.6 inches (168 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Unión
La Unión is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 4,812. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.6 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.
Income: La Unión vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 1,525.5 sq mi (3,950.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.8202°N, 109.6083°W |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in |
La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 59°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Unión
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cbtis 63 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Felipe Carrillo Puerto | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Unión
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105.3 la ZETA (US) | banda, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Madera - 96.1 FM [Cd. Madera, Chihuahua] | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Zeta 105.3 FM (US) | regional mexican | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Zeta 106.7 (US) | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in La Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa General Alvaro Obregón | ||||
| Museo Álvaro Obregón | ||||
| Museo Tradicional Profesor |
Libraries in La Unión
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Tienda de María Elena |
Gas Stations in La Unión
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Unión
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ciudad Obregón International Airport | CEN | Medium Airport |
| Aeroservicios La Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Amparan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Álamos Airport | XAL | Small Airport |
| Camahuiroa North Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camahuiroa South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Club Aereo Del Yaqui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Del Mayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizo Ahome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Crucero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Familia Baldenebro Jaimes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fumigaciones Aereas Cervantes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huatabampo Base Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Huerta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Tanques Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Navojoa Base Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Navojoa Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nuestra Señora de Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pueblo Yaqui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reyna Diana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rodríguez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Agustin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro Labrador Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Joaquin Aitport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Anita del Yaqui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Barbara I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cecilia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Patricia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Solidaridad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Teras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Torocobampo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Juárez Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of La Unión?
La Unión has a population of 4,812 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,525.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Unión?
La Unión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.6 inches.
How is the job market in La Unión?
The job market in La Unión is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 154 business establishments in the area.