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Nochistlán de Mejía, Mexico

Zacatecas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Nochistlán de Mejía is a small city in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 16,562. Elevation: 6,122 ft (1,866 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,562 Population
6,122 ft Elevation 1,866 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
29.1 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

Population16,562
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation6,122 ft (1,866 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population16,562
Elevation6,122 ft (1,866 m)
Coordinates21.3636°, -102.8475°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Nochistlán de Mejía a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nochistlán de Mejía 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. Nochistlán de Mejía 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

Nochistlán de Mejía enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Nochistlán de Mejía has a population of 16,562. 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

16,562
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nochistlán de Mejía vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nochistlán de Mejía vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nochistlán de Mejía 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: Nochistlán de Mejía 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 Nochistlán de Mejía, 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: Nochistlán de Mejía 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

Nochistlán de Mejía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.1 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 6,122 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,122 ft (1,866 m)
Coordinates21.3636°N, 102.8475°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
July 65°F (19°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 6.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in

Nochistlán de Mejía has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 54°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (0.2").

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 Nochistlán de Mejía

What is the population of Nochistlán de Mejía?

Nochistlán de Mejía has a population of 16,562 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 Nochistlán de Mejía expensive to live in?

Nochistlán de Mejía 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 Nochistlán de Mejía?

Nochistlán de Mejía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Nochistlán de Mejía?

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

How are the schools in Nochistlán de Mejía?

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

How healthy is Nochistlán de Mejía?

The obesity rate in Nochistlán de Mejía 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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