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Melchor Ocampo, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Melchor Ocampo is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,126. Elevation: 600 ft (183 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,126 Population
600 ft Elevation 183 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
59.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City 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

Population1,126
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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,126
Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Coordinates20.3435°, -97.5347°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation59.9 inches (1,522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Melchor Ocampo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melchor Ocampo 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. Melchor Ocampo 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

Melchor Ocampo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Melchor Ocampo has a population of 1,126. 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

1,126
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Melchor Ocampo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Melchor Ocampo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melchor Ocampo 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: Melchor Ocampo 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 Melchor Ocampo, 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: Melchor Ocampo 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

Melchor Ocampo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 59.9 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 600 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.9 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Coordinates20.3435°N, 97.5347°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 67°F (20°C) 2.0 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
April 76°F (25°C) 2.8 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
September 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in Coldest

Melchor Ocampo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 67°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (2.0").

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 Melchor Ocampo

What is the population of Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo has a population of 1,126 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 Melchor Ocampo expensive to live in?

Melchor Ocampo 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 Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Melchor Ocampo?

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

How are the schools in Melchor Ocampo?

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

How healthy is Melchor Ocampo?

The obesity rate in Melchor Ocampo 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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