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Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico

Sinaloa · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Lázaro Cárdenas is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 2,215. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,215 Population
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
15.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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

Population2,215
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,215
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates26.0495°, -108.7978°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation15.9 inches (404 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Lázaro Cárdenas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lázaro Cárdenas receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lázaro Cárdenas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Lázaro Cárdenas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Lázaro Cárdenas has a population of 2,215. 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

2,215
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lázaro Cárdenas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lázaro Cárdenas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lázaro Cárdenas is N/A. 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: Lázaro Cárdenas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Lázaro Cárdenas, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: Lázaro Cárdenas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Lázaro Cárdenas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 347 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 15.9 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 105 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates26.0495°N, 108.7978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
June 87°F (31°C) 0.4 in
July 89°F (32°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 5.7 in Wettest
September 85°F (30°C) 4.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in

Lázaro Cárdenas has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 63°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.7") and April 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lázaro Cárdenas

What is the population of Lázaro Cárdenas?

Lázaro Cárdenas has a population of 2,215 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 Lázaro Cárdenas expensive to live in?

Lázaro Cárdenas is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lázaro Cárdenas?

Lázaro Cárdenas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Lázaro Cárdenas?

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

How are the schools in Lázaro Cárdenas?

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

How healthy is Lázaro Cárdenas?

The obesity rate in Lázaro Cárdenas 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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