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Laguna del Carmen, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Laguna del Carmen is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 567. Elevation: 4,826 ft (1,471 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
567 Population
4,826 ft Elevation 1,471 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
69.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population567
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain69.2 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation4,826 ft (1,471 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population567
Elevation4,826 ft (1,471 m)
Coordinates16.6486°, -92.7066°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation69.2 inches (1,758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Laguna del Carmen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laguna del Carmen receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Laguna del Carmen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laguna del Carmen is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Laguna del Carmen 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

Laguna del Carmen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 69.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Laguna del Carmen has a population of 567. 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

567
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Laguna del Carmen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Laguna del Carmen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laguna del Carmen 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 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: Laguna del Carmen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 Laguna del Carmen, 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: Laguna del Carmen 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

Laguna del Carmen 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, Laguna del Carmen receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Laguna del Carmen 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
Laguna del Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 69.2 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 4,826 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.2 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,826 ft (1,471 m)
Coordinates16.6486°N, 92.7066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 8.1 in
September 76°F (24°C) 9.6 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in

Laguna del Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 64°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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 Laguna del Carmen

What is the population of Laguna del Carmen?

Laguna del Carmen has a population of 567 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 Laguna del Carmen expensive to live in?

Laguna del Carmen 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 Laguna del Carmen safe?

Laguna del Carmen 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, Laguna del Carmen receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Laguna del Carmen?

Laguna del Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Laguna del Carmen?

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

How much does housing cost in Laguna del Carmen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Laguna del Carmen?

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

How healthy is Laguna del Carmen?

The obesity rate in Laguna del Carmen 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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