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Los Bálsamos, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Los Bálsamos is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 543. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
543 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
57.8 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
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.5% 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 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population543
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.5%
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population543
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates18.3453°, -95.9056°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Los Bálsamos a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Bálsamos is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 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

Los Bálsamos 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

Los Bálsamos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Los Bálsamos has a population of 543. 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

543
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Bálsamos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Los Bálsamos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Bálsamos 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 1.5% (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: Los Bálsamos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% 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 Los Bálsamos, 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: Los Bálsamos 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

Los Bálsamos 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, Los Bálsamos receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Los Bálsamos 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
Los Bálsamos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates18.3453°N, 95.9056°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in
July 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in

Los Bálsamos has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 72°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (0.7").

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 Los Bálsamos

What is the population of Los Bálsamos?

Los Bálsamos has a population of 543 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 Los Bálsamos expensive to live in?

Los Bálsamos 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 Los Bálsamos safe?

Los Bálsamos 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, Los Bálsamos receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Los Bálsamos?

Los Bálsamos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Los Bálsamos?

The job market in Los Bálsamos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Los Bálsamos?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Los Bálsamos?

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

How healthy is Los Bálsamos?

The obesity rate in Los Bálsamos 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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