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Niños Héroes, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Niños Héroes is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 805. Elevation: 1,975 ft (602 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
805 Population
1,975 ft Elevation 602 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
58.1 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
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 3.7% 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 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population805
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment3.7%
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population805
Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)
Coordinates16.1083°, -92.6229°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation58.1 inches (1,475 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Niños Héroes a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Niños Héroes is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Niños Héroes 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

Niños Héroes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Niños Héroes has a population of 805. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

805
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Niños Héroes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niños Héroes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niños Héroes 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 3.7% (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: Niños Héroes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% 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 Niños Héroes, 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: Niños Héroes 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

Niños Héroes 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, Niños Héroes receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Niños Héroes 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
Niños Héroes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 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 1,975 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)
Coordinates16.1083°N, 92.6229°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
July 78°F (25°C) 9.7 in
August 78°F (25°C) 11.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 12.1 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 6.2 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Niños Héroes has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") 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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Niños Héroes

What is the population of Niños Héroes?

Niños Héroes has a population of 805 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Niños Héroes expensive to live in?

Niños Héroes 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 Niños Héroes safe?

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

What is the weather like in Niños Héroes?

Niños Héroes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Niños Héroes?

Niños Héroes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Niños Héroes?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Niños Héroes?

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

How healthy is Niños Héroes?

The obesity rate in Niños Héroes 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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