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Mezquitlán, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Mezquitlán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 508. Elevation: 2,090 ft (637 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
508 Population
2,090 ft Elevation 637 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
37.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 5.4% 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 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population508
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment5.4%
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 (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population508
Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)
Coordinates18.0207°, -98.9357°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation37.1 inches (943 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age21.0 years

Is Mezquitlán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mezquitlán 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Mezquitlán has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mezquitlán is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Mezquitlán 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

Mezquitlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mezquitlán has a population of 508. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

508
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mezquitlán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mezquitlán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mezquitlán 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 5.4% (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: Mezquitlán vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% 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 Mezquitlán, 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: Mezquitlán 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

Mezquitlán 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, Mezquitlán receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Mezquitlán 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
Mezquitlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 37.1 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 2,090 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)
Coordinates18.0207°N, 98.9357°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
August 76°F (24°C) 7.6 in
September 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Mezquitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") and March the driest (0.1").

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 Mezquitlán

What is the population of Mezquitlán?

Mezquitlán has a population of 508 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Mezquitlán expensive to live in?

Mezquitlán 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 Mezquitlán safe?

Mezquitlán 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, Mezquitlán receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mezquitlán?

Mezquitlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Mezquitlán?

The unemployment rate in Mezquitlán is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Mezquitlán?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Mezquitlán?

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

How healthy is Mezquitlán?

The obesity rate in Mezquitlán 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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