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Las Piedritas, Mexico

Sinaloa · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Las Piedritas is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 718. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
718 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
19.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.3% 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 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population718
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.3%
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population718
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates24.4119°, -107.3666°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation19.2 inches (488 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Las Piedritas a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Las Piedritas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 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 Piedritas 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 Piedritas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Las Piedritas has a population of 718. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

718
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Las Piedritas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Las Piedritas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Las Piedritas 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 1.3% (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 Piedritas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% 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 Piedritas, 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 Piedritas 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 Piedritas 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 Piedritas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Las Piedritas 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 Piedritas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 356 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 19.2 inches (drier 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates24.4119°N, 107.3666°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 85°F (29°C) 5.4 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 5.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in

Las Piedritas has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 66°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (0.0").

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 Piedritas

What is the population of Las Piedritas?

Las Piedritas has a population of 718 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Las Piedritas expensive to live in?

Las Piedritas 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 Piedritas safe?

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

What is the weather like in Las Piedritas?

Las Piedritas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Las Piedritas?

The job market in Las Piedritas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Las Piedritas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Las Piedritas?

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

How healthy is Las Piedritas?

The obesity rate in Las Piedritas 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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