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La Venta, Mexico

Tabasco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Venta is a small city in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 8,821. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,821 Population
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
98.3 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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

Population8,821
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain98.3 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population8,821
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates18.0980°, -94.0452°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation98.3 inches (2,497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is La Venta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Venta receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. La Venta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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 Venta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 170 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 98.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Venta has a population of 8,821. 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

8,821
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Venta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Venta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Venta is N/A. 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 Venta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In La Venta, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: La Venta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

La Venta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 98.3 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 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall98.3 inches
159% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates18.0980°N, 94.0452°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
March 78°F (25°C) 2.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 10.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 17.6 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 9.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in

La Venta has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 72°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (17.6") and April the driest (1.8").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About La Venta

What is the population of La Venta?

La Venta has a population of 8,821 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 Venta expensive to live in?

La Venta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in La Venta?

La Venta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Venta?

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

How are the schools in La Venta?

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

How healthy is La Venta?

The obesity rate in La Venta 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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