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Primero de Mayo, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Primero de Mayo is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 655. Elevation: 6,076 ft (1,852 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
655 Population
6,076 ft Elevation 1,852 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
19.7 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.5% 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 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population655
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.5%
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation6,076 ft (1,852 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population655
Elevation6,076 ft (1,852 m)
Coordinates24.0285°, -104.3490°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (501 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Primero de Mayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Primero de Mayo 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. Primero de Mayo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Primero de Mayo is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 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

Primero de Mayo 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

Primero de Mayo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Primero de Mayo has a population of 655. 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

655
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Primero de Mayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Primero de Mayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Primero de Mayo 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 2.5% (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: Primero de Mayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% 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 Primero de Mayo, 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: Primero de Mayo 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

Primero de Mayo 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, Primero de Mayo receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Primero de Mayo 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
Primero de Mayo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.7 inches (drier 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 6,076 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,076 ft (1,852 m)
Coordinates24.0285°N, 104.3490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in

Primero de Mayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 53°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and March 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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Primero de Mayo

What is the population of Primero de Mayo?

Primero de Mayo has a population of 655 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 Primero de Mayo expensive to live in?

Primero de Mayo 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 Primero de Mayo safe?

Primero de Mayo 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, Primero de Mayo receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Primero de Mayo?

Primero de Mayo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Primero de Mayo?

The job market in Primero de Mayo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Primero de Mayo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Primero de Mayo?

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

How healthy is Primero de Mayo?

The obesity rate in Primero de Mayo 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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