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Paso Canoa, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Paso Canoa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,155. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,155 Population
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.3 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

Population1,155
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain75.3 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,155
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates18.0127°, -96.2379°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.3 inches (1,911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Paso Canoa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paso Canoa 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. Paso Canoa 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

Paso Canoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 75.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Paso Canoa has a population of 1,155. 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

1,155
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Paso Canoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Paso Canoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paso Canoa 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: Paso Canoa 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 Paso Canoa, 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: Paso Canoa 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

Paso Canoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 75.3 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 174 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.3 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates18.0127°N, 96.2379°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 18.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 23.7 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 20.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 19.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in

Paso Canoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 72°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (23.7") and March the driest (2.1").

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 Paso Canoa

What is the population of Paso Canoa?

Paso Canoa has a population of 1,155 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 Paso Canoa expensive to live in?

Paso Canoa 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 Paso Canoa?

Paso Canoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Paso Canoa?

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

How are the schools in Paso Canoa?

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

How healthy is Paso Canoa?

The obesity rate in Paso Canoa 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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