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Mezquitic, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Mezquitic is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 2,298. Elevation: 4,528 ft (1,380 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,298 Population 3,962/sq mi density
4,528 ft Elevation 1,380 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
24.3 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

Population2,298
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density3,962/mi²
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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,298
Population Density3,962 / sq mi
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Coordinates22.3893°, -103.7280°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (617 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Mezquitic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mezquitic 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. Mezquitic 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

Mezquitic enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mezquitic has a population of 2,298 with a density of 3,962 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. 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

2,298
Total Population
3,962
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mezquitic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mezquitic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mezquitic 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: Mezquitic 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 Mezquitic, 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: Mezquitic 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

Mezquitic enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.3 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 4,528 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,962/sq mi
Coordinates22.3893°N, 103.7280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
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

Population Density3,962/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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