Piedra del Sol, Mexico — City Data & Statistics

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 7.7%

114% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population871

Median Age21.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment7.7%

Poverty2.3%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent25/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.7%

Depression2.6%

Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain72.2 in/yr

Sunny Days357/yr

Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	871
Elevation	958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates	15.8722°, -96.6303°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Oaxaca
Average Temperature	67°F (19°C)
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	21.0 years

Is Piedra del Sol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piedra del Sol receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Piedra del Sol has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Piedra del Sol is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Piedra del Sol 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

Piedra del Sol enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Piedra del Sol has a population of 871. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

871

Total Population

21.0yrs

Median Age

46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Piedra del Sol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Piedra del Sol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piedra del Sol 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 7.7% (above 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: Piedra del Sol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.7%
	114% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	54.20 (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-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%

Property Tax

In Piedra del Sol, 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: Piedra del Sol vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	16.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
COPD	15.5%
Kidney Disease	22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.0%
Physical Inactivity	83.2%
Depression	2.6%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Premature Death	163/100K

Food & Exercise

Piedra del Sol 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, Piedra del Sol receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Piedra del Sol vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.9/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	24.9/100K
	295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

Piedra del Sol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 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 958 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	66.8°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	72.2 inches
	90% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates	15.8722°N, 96.6303°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	63°F (17°C)	0.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	72°F (22°C)	0.5 in
March	73°F (23°C)	0.7 in
April	75°F (24°C)	1.1 in
May	76°F (24°C)	4.9 in	Warmest
June	74°F (24°C)	11.1 in
July	68°F (20°C)	8.3 in
August	74°F (23°C)	10.8 in
September	74°F (23°C)	11.7 in	Wettest
October	73°F (23°C)	5.7 in
November	72°F (22°C)	1.1 in
December	71°F (22°C)	0.5 in

Piedra del Sol has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 63°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (0.3").

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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Piedra del Sol

What is the population of Piedra del Sol?

Piedra del Sol has a population of 871 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Piedra del Sol expensive to live in?

Piedra del Sol 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 Piedra del Sol safe?

Piedra del Sol 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, Piedra del Sol receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Piedra del Sol?

Piedra del Sol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Piedra del Sol?

The unemployment rate in Piedra del Sol is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Piedra del Sol?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Piedra del Sol?

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

How healthy is Piedra del Sol?

The obesity rate in Piedra del Sol 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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