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Pericos, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Pericos is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 2,222. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,222 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population2,222
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,222
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates22.0493°, -105.3540°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Pericos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pericos 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. Pericos 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

Pericos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Pericos has a population of 2,222. 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

2,222
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pericos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pericos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pericos 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: Pericos 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 Pericos, 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: Pericos 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

Pericos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates22.0493°N, 105.3540°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
June 83°F (28°C) 3.6 in
July 83°F (29°C) 12.3 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 14.1 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 11.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in
November 78°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Pericos has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.1") 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pericos

What is the population of Pericos?

Pericos has a population of 2,222 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 Pericos expensive to live in?

Pericos 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 Pericos?

Pericos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Pericos?

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

How are the schools in Pericos?

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

How healthy is Pericos?

The obesity rate in Pericos 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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