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Petacalco, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Petacalco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,715. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,715 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
46.3 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

Population2,715
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,715
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates17.9817°, -102.1084°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,175 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Petacalco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petacalco 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. Petacalco 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

Petacalco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Petacalco has a population of 2,715. 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

2,715
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Petacalco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Petacalco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petacalco 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: Petacalco 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 Petacalco, 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: Petacalco 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

Petacalco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates17.9817°N, 102.1084°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 9.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.3 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Petacalco has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and April 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 Petacalco

What is the population of Petacalco?

Petacalco has a population of 2,715 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 Petacalco expensive to live in?

Petacalco 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 Petacalco?

Petacalco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Petacalco?

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

How are the schools in Petacalco?

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

How healthy is Petacalco?

The obesity rate in Petacalco 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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