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Quintana Roo, Mexico

Yucatán · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Quintana Roo is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 942. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
942 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
50.6 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 0.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% 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 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population942
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population942
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates20.8689°, -88.6311°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation50.6 inches (1,286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Quintana Roo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quintana Roo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Quintana Roo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quintana Roo is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 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.

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

Quintana Roo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Quintana Roo has a population of 942. 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

942
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Quintana Roo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Quintana Roo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quintana Roo 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 0.5% (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: Quintana Roo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% 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 Quintana Roo, 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: Quintana Roo 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

Quintana Roo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 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 56 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates20.8689°N, 88.6311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Quintana Roo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (1.3").

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 Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Quintana Roo

What is the population of Quintana Roo?

Quintana Roo has a population of 942 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 Quintana Roo expensive to live in?

Quintana Roo 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.

What is the weather like in Quintana Roo?

Quintana Roo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Quintana Roo?

The job market in Quintana Roo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Quintana Roo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Quintana Roo?

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

How healthy is Quintana Roo?

The obesity rate in Quintana Roo 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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