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Río Corozal, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Río Corozal is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 506. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
506 Population
1,001 ft Elevation 305 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
88.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City 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, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population506
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain88.0 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population506
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Coordinates16.4917°, -91.5903°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation88.0 inches (2,235 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Río Corozal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Río Corozal 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Río Corozal has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Río Corozal is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Río Corozal 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

Río Corozal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 184 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Río Corozal has a population of 506. 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

506
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Río Corozal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Río Corozal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Río Corozal 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 2.7% (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: Río Corozal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 Río Corozal, 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: Río Corozal 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

Río Corozal 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, Río Corozal receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Río Corozal 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
Río Corozal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.0 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 1,001 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.0 inches
132% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Coordinates16.4917°N, 91.5903°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 14.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 12.1 in
August 73°F (23°C) 12.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 14.9 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 10.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in

Río Corozal has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 67°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.9") and March the driest (1.8").

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 Río Corozal

What is the population of Río Corozal?

Río Corozal has a population of 506 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 Río Corozal expensive to live in?

Río Corozal 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 Río Corozal safe?

Río Corozal 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, Río Corozal receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Río Corozal?

Río Corozal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 88.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Río Corozal?

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

How much does housing cost in Río Corozal?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Río Corozal?

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

How healthy is Río Corozal?

The obesity rate in Río Corozal 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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