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Pijijiapan, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Pijijiapan is a mid-size city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 50,079. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
50,079 Population
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.6 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

Population50,079
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)
Rain81.6 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population50,079
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates15.6862°, -93.2094°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation81.6 inches (2,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Pijijiapan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pijijiapan receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Pijijiapan 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

Pijijiapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Pijijiapan has a population of 50,079. 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

50,079
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pijijiapan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pijijiapan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pijijiapan 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: Pijijiapan 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 Pijijiapan, 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: Pijijiapan 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

Pijijiapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.6 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 154 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.6 inches
115% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates15.6862°N, 93.2094°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 7.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 14.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 13.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 15.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 17.8 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in

Pijijiapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.8") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Pijijiapan

What is the population of Pijijiapan?

Pijijiapan has a population of 50,079 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 Pijijiapan expensive to live in?

Pijijiapan 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 Pijijiapan?

Pijijiapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Pijijiapan?

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

How are the schools in Pijijiapan?

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

How healthy is Pijijiapan?

The obesity rate in Pijijiapan 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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