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Río Lagartos, Mexico

Yucatán · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Río Lagartos is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 2,218. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,218 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
America / Merida 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

Population2,218
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,218
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates21.5945°, -88.1577°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (789 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Río Lagartos a Good Place to Live?

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

Río Lagartos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Río Lagartos has a population of 2,218. 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

2,218
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Río Lagartos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Río Lagartos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Río Lagartos 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: Río Lagartos 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 Río Lagartos, 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: Río Lagartos 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

Río Lagartos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.1 inches. 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates21.5945°N, 88.1577°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in

Río Lagartos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (0.8").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Río Lagartos

What is the population of Río Lagartos?

Río Lagartos has a population of 2,218 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 Lagartos expensive to live in?

Río Lagartos 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 Río Lagartos?

Río Lagartos 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 82°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Río Lagartos?

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

How are the schools in Río Lagartos?

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

How healthy is Río Lagartos?

The obesity rate in Río Lagartos 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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