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Nuevo Mezcalapa, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Nuevo Mezcalapa is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 666. Elevation: 1,654 ft (504 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
666 Population
1,654 ft Elevation 504 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
53.1 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

Population666
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population666
Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Coordinates16.9728°, -93.4481°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation53.1 inches (1,349 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Nuevo Mezcalapa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nuevo Mezcalapa 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. Nuevo Mezcalapa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nuevo Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Nuevo Mezcalapa has a population of 666. 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

666
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nuevo Mezcalapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nuevo Mezcalapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nuevo Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa, 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 Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Nuevo Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 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 1,654 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)
Coordinates16.9728°N, 93.4481°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in
May 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
August 76°F (25°C) 7.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 9.4 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 5.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in

Nuevo Mezcalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 69°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.4") and March the driest (1.0").

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 Mezcalapa

What is the population of Nuevo Mezcalapa?

Nuevo Mezcalapa has a population of 666 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 Mezcalapa expensive to live in?

Nuevo Mezcalapa 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 Mezcalapa safe?

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

What is the weather like in Nuevo Mezcalapa?

Nuevo Mezcalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Nuevo Mezcalapa?

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

How much does housing cost in Nuevo Mezcalapa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Nuevo Mezcalapa?

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

How healthy is Nuevo Mezcalapa?

The obesity rate in Nuevo Mezcalapa 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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