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Paso Carretas, Mexico
Puebla · Mexico
Paso Carretas is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,074. Elevation: 8,983 ft (2,738 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,074 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,983 ft (2,738 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.9199°, -97.2515° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Puebla |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.2 inches (462 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paso Carretas
Paso Carretas is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,074. The city sits at an elevation of 8,983 feet (2,738 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Paso Carretas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,983 ft (2,738 m) |
| Area | 22.9 sq mi (59.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.9199°N, 97.2515°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 12 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 26 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 45 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 65 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 87 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 99 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
Paso Carretas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 48°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Paso Carretas
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Profesor Rafael Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| Telesecundaria Mariano Azuela | — | — | — | — |
| Bachillerato Ignacio Zaragoza | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Paso Carretas
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| W RADIO 104.5 (Córdoba) - 104.5 FM - XHEVC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Córdoba, Veracruz | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Globo 102.1 (Córdoba) - 102.1 FM - XHAG-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz | 102.1 fm, adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 91.3 (Córdoba) - 91.3 FM - XHPT-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz | 91.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Retro FM (Córdoba) - 88.1 FM - XHDZ - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Córdoba, Veracruz | 80s, 88.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Paso Carretas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Consistorial | ||||
| Casa de Leyendas | ||||
| MURO Museo Raices Orizaba | ||||
| Museo de Arte del Estado de Veracruz | ||||
| Museo de Arte Popular de Veracruz | ||||
| Museo de Historia del Futbol | ||||
| Museo de la Cerveza | ||||
| Museo de la Hotelería Mexicana | ||||
| Museo Memoria Histórica de Orizaba | ||||
| Museo Neri Vela | ||||
| Polifórum Mier y Pesado | ||||
| Salón de la Fama |
Libraries in Paso Carretas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal De Jose Bernardo Couto | 0.0 | |||||
| Gral. Mariano Escobedo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paso Carretas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "El Encinar" | |||||
| Mercado "Miguel A. Huesca" | |||||
| Mercado "San Andrés" | |||||
| Mercado "Zapata" | |||||
| Mercado 21 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Cerritos | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanias de las Altas Montañas | |||||
| Mercado de Flores Venustiano Carranza | |||||
| Mercado Ejidal | |||||
| Mercado Maltrata | |||||
| Mercado Melchor Ocampo | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Acultzingo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Atzitzintla | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Ixtaczoquitlán | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado San Sebastian | |||||
| Mercado Santa Gertrudis | |||||
| Modesto Escalona | |||||
| Tianguis La 9 |
Restaurants in Paso Carretas
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Paso Carretas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paso Carretas
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paso Carretas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paso Carretas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Lencero Airport | JAL | Medium Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Roja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Paso Carretas?
Paso Carretas has a population of 1,074 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 22.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paso Carretas?
Paso Carretas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.
How is the job market in Paso Carretas?
The job market in Paso Carretas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.