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Las Palmas, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Las Palmas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 650. Elevation: 2,756 ft (840 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
650 Population
2,756 ft Elevation 840 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 3.9% 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 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population650
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment3.9%
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population650
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Coordinates16.1394°, -97.0494°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,240 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Las Palmas a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Las Palmas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, 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

Las Palmas 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 Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Las Palmas has a population of 650. 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

650
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Las Palmas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Las Palmas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Las Palmas 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 3.9% (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: Las Palmas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% 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 Las Palmas, 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 Palmas 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 Palmas 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 Palmas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Las Palmas 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 Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 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 2,756 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Coordinates16.1394°N, 97.0494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.2 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 10.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Las Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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 Palmas

What is the population of Las Palmas?

Las Palmas has a population of 650 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 Las Palmas expensive to live in?

Las Palmas 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 Palmas safe?

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

What is the weather like in Las Palmas?

Las Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Las Palmas?

Las Palmas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Las Palmas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Las Palmas?

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

How healthy is Las Palmas?

The obesity rate in Las Palmas 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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