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Papantla de Olarte, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Papantla de Olarte is a mid-size city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 53,546. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
53,546 Population 116/sq mi density
604 ft Elevation 184 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
59.9 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

Population53,546
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density116/mi²
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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population53,546
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Coordinates20.4466°, -97.3249°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation59.9 inches (1,522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Papantla de Olarte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Papantla de Olarte 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. Papantla de Olarte 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

Papantla de Olarte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Papantla de Olarte has a population of 53,546 with a density of 116 people per square mile, spread across 463.0 square miles. 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

53,546
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
463.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Papantla de Olarte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Papantla de Olarte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Papantla de Olarte 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: Papantla de Olarte 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 Papantla de Olarte, 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: Papantla de Olarte 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

Papantla de Olarte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 59.9 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 604 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.9 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area463.0 sq mi (1,199.3 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates20.4466°N, 97.3249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.7 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in Coldest

Papantla de Olarte has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 67°F in December to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (2.2").

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

Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area463.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Papantla de Olarte

What is the population of Papantla de Olarte?

Papantla de Olarte has a population of 53,546 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 463.0 square miles. 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 Papantla de Olarte expensive to live in?

Papantla de Olarte 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 Papantla de Olarte?

Papantla de Olarte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Papantla de Olarte?

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

How are the schools in Papantla de Olarte?

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

How healthy is Papantla de Olarte?

The obesity rate in Papantla de Olarte 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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