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Mecatepec, Mexico

Tabasco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Mecatepec is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 2,195. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,195 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
60.0 in Annual Rain
America / Merida 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

Population2,195
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,195
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates17.8893°, -93.5242°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation60.0 inches (1,524 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Mecatepec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mecatepec 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. Mecatepec 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

Mecatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mecatepec has a population of 2,195. 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

2,195
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mecatepec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mecatepec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mecatepec 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: Mecatepec 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 Mecatepec, 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: Mecatepec 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

Mecatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 60.0 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 69 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates17.8893°N, 93.5242°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
February 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
May 85°F (29°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (29°C) 9.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 14.3 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 8.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in Coldest

Mecatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 74°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.3") and March the driest (1.9").

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 Mecatepec

What is the population of Mecatepec?

Mecatepec has a population of 2,195 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 Mecatepec expensive to live in?

Mecatepec 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 Mecatepec?

Mecatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Mecatepec?

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

How are the schools in Mecatepec?

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

How healthy is Mecatepec?

The obesity rate in Mecatepec 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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