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La Yesca, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

La Yesca is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 534. Elevation: 4,705 ft (1,434 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
534 Population
4,705 ft Elevation 1,434 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 4.9% 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 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population534
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment4.9%
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation4,705 ft (1,434 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population534
Elevation4,705 ft (1,434 m)
Coordinates21.3187°, -104.0116°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is La Yesca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Yesca receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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 below-average incomes. La Yesca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Yesca is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 Yesca 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 Yesca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

La Yesca has a population of 534. 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

534
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Yesca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Yesca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Yesca 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 4.9% (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 Yesca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% 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 Yesca, 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 Yesca 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 Yesca 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 Yesca receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: La Yesca 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 Yesca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.4 inches. 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 4,705 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,705 ft (1,434 m)
Coordinates21.3187°N, 104.0116°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 74°F (24°C) 0.1 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
June 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 8.4 in
September 74°F (24°C) 5.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in

La Yesca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 65°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") 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 Yesca

What is the population of La Yesca?

La Yesca has a population of 534 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 Yesca expensive to live in?

La Yesca 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 Yesca safe?

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

What is the weather like in La Yesca?

La Yesca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in La Yesca?

La Yesca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Yesca?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in La Yesca?

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

How healthy is La Yesca?

The obesity rate in La Yesca 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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