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Los Colonos, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Los Colonos is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 516. Elevation: 6,755 ft (2,059 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
516 Population
6,755 ft Elevation 2,059 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
34.2 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, 0.8% 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 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population516
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.8%
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population516
Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)
Coordinates19.9431°, -103.7739°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.2 inches (869 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Los Colonos a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Colonos is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 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 Colonos 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 Colonos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Los Colonos has a population of 516. 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

516
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Colonos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Los Colonos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Colonos 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 0.8% (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 Colonos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% 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 Colonos, 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 Colonos 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 Colonos 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 Colonos receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Los Colonos 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 Colonos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.2 inches. 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 6,755 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)
Coordinates19.9431°N, 103.7739°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 6.4 in Warmest
July 63°F (17°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 5.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Los Colonos has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 54°F in January to 65°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (0.3").

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 Colonos

What is the population of Los Colonos?

Los Colonos has a population of 516 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 Los Colonos expensive to live in?

Los Colonos 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 Colonos safe?

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

What is the weather like in Los Colonos?

Los Colonos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Los Colonos?

The job market in Los Colonos is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Los Colonos?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Los Colonos?

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

How healthy is Los Colonos?

The obesity rate in Los Colonos 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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