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Modelo (El Zapotal), Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Modelo (El Zapotal) is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 884. Elevation: 3,327 ft (1,014 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
884 Population
3,327 ft Elevation 1,014 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population884
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population884
Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Coordinates16.8392°, -92.9278°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Modelo (El Zapotal) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modelo (El Zapotal) receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Modelo (El Zapotal) has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modelo (El Zapotal) is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Modelo (El Zapotal) 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

Modelo (El Zapotal) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 348 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Modelo (El Zapotal) has a population of 884. 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

884
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Modelo (El Zapotal) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Modelo (El Zapotal) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modelo (El Zapotal) 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 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: Modelo (El Zapotal) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 Modelo (El Zapotal), 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: Modelo (El Zapotal) 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

Modelo (El Zapotal) 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, Modelo (El Zapotal) receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Modelo (El Zapotal) 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
Modelo (El Zapotal) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 30.9 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 3,327 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Coordinates16.8392°N, 92.9278°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 9.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.6 in
August 70°F (21°C) 8.8 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in

Modelo (El Zapotal) has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and January 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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Modelo (El Zapotal)

What is the population of Modelo (El Zapotal)?

Modelo (El Zapotal) has a population of 884 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 Modelo (El Zapotal) expensive to live in?

Modelo (El Zapotal) 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 Modelo (El Zapotal) safe?

Modelo (El Zapotal) 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, Modelo (El Zapotal) receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Modelo (El Zapotal)?

Modelo (El Zapotal) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Modelo (El Zapotal)?

The job market in Modelo (El Zapotal) is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Modelo (El Zapotal)?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Modelo (El Zapotal)?

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

How healthy is Modelo (El Zapotal)?

The obesity rate in Modelo (El Zapotal) 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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