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Paso del Jiote, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Paso del Jiote is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 716. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
716 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
51.9 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
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.8% 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 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population716
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.8%
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population716
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.2164°, -97.9591°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,318 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Paso del Jiote a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paso del Jiote 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. Paso del Jiote has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paso del Jiote is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 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

Paso del Jiote 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

Paso del Jiote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Paso del Jiote has a population of 716. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

716
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Paso del Jiote vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Paso del Jiote vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paso del Jiote 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 1.8% (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 del Jiote vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% 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 Paso del Jiote, 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: Paso del Jiote 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

Paso del Jiote 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, Paso del Jiote receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Paso del Jiote 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
Paso del Jiote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 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 72 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.2164°N, 97.9591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 80°F (26°C) 5.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in

Paso del Jiote has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 76°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March 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 Paso del Jiote

What is the population of Paso del Jiote?

Paso del Jiote has a population of 716 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Paso del Jiote expensive to live in?

Paso del Jiote 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 Paso del Jiote safe?

Paso del Jiote 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, Paso del Jiote receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Paso del Jiote?

Paso del Jiote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Paso del Jiote?

The job market in Paso del Jiote is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Paso del Jiote?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Paso del Jiote?

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

How healthy is Paso del Jiote?

The obesity rate in Paso del Jiote 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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