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Los Tanques, Mexico

Sonora · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Los Tanques is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 621. Elevation: 1,020 ft (311 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
621 Population
1,020 ft Elevation 311 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo 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, 4.1% 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 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population621
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment4.1%
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population621
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Coordinates27.2105°, -108.8949°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Los Tanques a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Tanques is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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

Los Tanques 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 Tanques has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Los Tanques has a population of 621. 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

621
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Tanques vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Los Tanques vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Tanques 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 4.1% (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: Los Tanques vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% 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 Los Tanques, 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 Tanques 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 Tanques 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 Tanques receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Los Tanques 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 Tanques has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.6 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 1,020 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Coordinates27.2105°N, 108.8949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in
September 83°F (29°C) 4.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in

Los Tanques has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 64°F in January to 88°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and April 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 Los Tanques

What is the population of Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a population of 621 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 Tanques expensive to live in?

Los Tanques 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 Tanques safe?

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

What is the weather like in Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Los Tanques?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Los Tanques?

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

How healthy is Los Tanques?

The obesity rate in Los Tanques 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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