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Palenque de los Pinos, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Palenque de los Pinos is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 538. Elevation: 2,687 ft (819 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
538 Population
2,687 ft Elevation 819 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
25.3 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

Population538
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population538
Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)
Coordinates16.4837°, -93.1039°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation25.3 inches (642 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Palenque de los Pinos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palenque de los Pinos 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. Palenque de los Pinos has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palenque de los Pinos 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

Palenque de los Pinos 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

Palenque de los Pinos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 361 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Palenque de los Pinos has a population of 538. 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

538
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Palenque de los Pinos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palenque de los Pinos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palenque de los Pinos 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: Palenque de los Pinos 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 Palenque de los Pinos, 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: Palenque de los Pinos 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

Palenque de los Pinos 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, Palenque de los Pinos receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Palenque de los Pinos 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
Palenque de los Pinos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 25.3 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 2,687 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)
Coordinates16.4837°N, 93.1039°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 8.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 8.5 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Palenque de los Pinos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 71°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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 Palenque de los Pinos

What is the population of Palenque de los Pinos?

Palenque de los Pinos has a population of 538 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 Palenque de los Pinos expensive to live in?

Palenque de los Pinos 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 Palenque de los Pinos safe?

Palenque de los Pinos 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, Palenque de los Pinos receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Palenque de los Pinos?

Palenque de los Pinos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Palenque de los Pinos?

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

How much does housing cost in Palenque de los Pinos?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Palenque de los Pinos?

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

How healthy is Palenque de los Pinos?

The obesity rate in Palenque de los Pinos 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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