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Las Moras, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Las Moras is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 565. Elevation: 5,774 ft (1,760 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
565 Population
5,774 ft Elevation 1,760 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
61.1 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

Population565
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population565
Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)
Coordinates15.5591°, -92.4287°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation61.1 inches (1,553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Las Moras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Las Moras 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. Las Moras has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Las Moras 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

Las Moras 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

Las Moras enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 351 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Las Moras has a population of 565. 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

565
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Las Moras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Las Moras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Las Moras 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: Las Moras 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 Las Moras, 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: Las Moras 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

Las Moras 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, Las Moras receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Las Moras 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
Las Moras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 61.1 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 5,774 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.1 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,774 ft (1,760 m)
Coordinates15.5591°N, 92.4287°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 13.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 10.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 12.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 14.3 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 8.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Las Moras has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 52°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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 Las Moras

What is the population of Las Moras?

Las Moras has a population of 565 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 Las Moras expensive to live in?

Las Moras 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 Las Moras safe?

Las Moras 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, Las Moras receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Las Moras?

Las Moras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Las Moras?

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

How much does housing cost in Las Moras?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Las Moras?

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

How healthy is Las Moras?

The obesity rate in Las Moras 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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