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Ruíz, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Ruíz is a small city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 14,050. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,050 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
59.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population14,050
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.0 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population14,050
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates21.9511°, -105.1438°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation59.0 inches (1,498 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Ruíz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruíz 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. Ruíz 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

Ruíz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Ruíz has a population of 14,050. 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

14,050
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruíz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ruíz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ruíz 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: Ruíz 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 Ruíz, 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: Ruíz 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

Ruíz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.0 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 108 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.0 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates21.9511°N, 105.1438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
June 85°F (30°C) 5.7 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 15.0 in
August 83°F (29°C) 17.2 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 13.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in

Ruíz has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 73°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.2") and April the driest (0.0").

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 Ruíz

What is the population of Ruíz?

Ruíz has a population of 14,050 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 Ruíz expensive to live in?

Ruíz 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 Ruíz?

Ruíz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Ruíz?

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

How are the schools in Ruíz?

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

How healthy is Ruíz?

The obesity rate in Ruíz 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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