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Salamanca, Mexico

Durango · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Salamanca is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 678. Elevation: 3,832 ft (1,168 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
678 Population
3,832 ft Elevation 1,168 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
7.2 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

Population678
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population678
Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)
Coordinates25.5157°, -103.6980°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation7.2 inches (182 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Salamanca a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salamanca 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

Salamanca 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

Salamanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Salamanca has a population of 678. 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

678
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Salamanca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salamanca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salamanca 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: Salamanca 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 Salamanca, 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: Salamanca 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

Salamanca 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, Salamanca receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Salamanca 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
Salamanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 345 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 7.2 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 3,832 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,832 ft (1,168 m)
Coordinates25.5157°N, 103.6980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
July 85°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Salamanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 57°F in December to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February 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 Salamanca

What is the population of Salamanca?

Salamanca has a population of 678 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 Salamanca expensive to live in?

Salamanca 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 Salamanca safe?

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

What is the weather like in Salamanca?

Salamanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Salamanca?

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

How much does housing cost in Salamanca?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Salamanca?

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

How healthy is Salamanca?

The obesity rate in Salamanca 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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