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Mérida, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Mérida is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,412. Elevation: 2,178 ft (664 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,412 Population
2,178 ft Elevation 664 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
34.8 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

Population1,412
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)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,412
Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Coordinates16.5675°, -93.8172°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (885 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Mérida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mérida 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. Mérida 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

Mérida has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mérida has a population of 1,412. 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

1,412
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mérida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mérida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mérida 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: Mérida 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 Mérida, 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: Mérida 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

Mérida has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.8 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 2,178 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Coordinates16.5675°N, 93.8172°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.2 in
September 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in

Mérida has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 72°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (0.4").

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 Mérida

What is the population of Mérida?

Mérida has a population of 1,412 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 Mérida expensive to live in?

Mérida 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 Mérida?

Mérida has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Mérida?

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

How are the schools in Mérida?

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

How healthy is Mérida?

The obesity rate in Mérida 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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