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Monterrey, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Monterrey is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,086. Elevation: 2,251 ft (686 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,086 Population
2,251 ft Elevation 686 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
50.6 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

Population1,086
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,086
Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Coordinates16.0619°, -93.3693°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation50.6 inches (1,286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Monterrey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monterrey 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. Monterrey 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

Monterrey has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Monterrey has a population of 1,086. 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

1,086
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Monterrey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Monterrey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monterrey 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: Monterrey 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 Monterrey, 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: Monterrey 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

Monterrey has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 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 2,251 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Coordinates16.0619°N, 93.3693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in
August 74°F (24°C) 9.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Monterrey has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 69°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and January 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Monterrey

What is the population of Monterrey?

Monterrey has a population of 1,086 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 Monterrey expensive to live in?

Monterrey 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 Monterrey?

Monterrey has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Monterrey?

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

How are the schools in Monterrey?

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

How healthy is Monterrey?

The obesity rate in Monterrey 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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