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Nuevo Matzám, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Nuevo Matzám is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 502. Elevation: 1,211 ft (369 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
502 Population
1,211 ft Elevation 369 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
107.1 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

Population502
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain107.1 in/yr
Sunny Days165/yr
Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population502
Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)
Coordinates16.1234°, -91.3630°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation107.1 inches (2,721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Nuevo Matzám a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nuevo Matzám 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nuevo Matzám has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nuevo Matzám 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

Nuevo Matzám 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

Nuevo Matzám 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. With 165 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 107.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Nuevo Matzám has a population of 502. 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

502
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nuevo Matzám vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nuevo Matzám vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nuevo Matzám 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: Nuevo Matzám 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 Nuevo Matzám, 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: Nuevo Matzám 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

Nuevo Matzám 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, Nuevo Matzám receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Nuevo Matzám 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
Nuevo Matzám 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 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.1 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 1,211 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days165 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall107.1 inches
182% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)
Coordinates16.1234°N, 91.3630°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 16.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 15.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 14.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 16.8 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 12.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in
December 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in

Nuevo Matzám has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 69°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 107.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.8") and March the driest (2.4").

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 Nuevo Matzám

What is the population of Nuevo Matzám?

Nuevo Matzám has a population of 502 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 Nuevo Matzám expensive to live in?

Nuevo Matzám 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 Nuevo Matzám safe?

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

What is the weather like in Nuevo Matzám?

Nuevo Matzám 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 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Nuevo Matzám?

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

How much does housing cost in Nuevo Matzám?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Nuevo Matzám?

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

How healthy is Nuevo Matzám?

The obesity rate in Nuevo Matzám 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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