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Salinas de Hidalgo, Mexico
San Luis Potosí · Mexico
Salinas de Hidalgo is a small city in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 16,821. Elevation: 6,811 ft (2,076 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 16,821 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,811 ft (2,076 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.6280°, -101.7142° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | San Luis Potosí |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.7 inches (372 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salinas de Hidalgo
Salinas de Hidalgo is a small city in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 16,821. The city sits at an elevation of 6,811 feet (2,076 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Salinas de Hidalgo vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 538 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Salinas de Hidalgo
Salinas de Hidalgo has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (11.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 428 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,811 ft (2,076 m) |
| Area | 1,170.9 sq mi (3,032.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.6280°N, 101.7142°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in |
Salinas de Hidalgo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 54°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and March the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Salinas de Hidalgo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UASLP Campus Salinas | University | — | — |
Schools in Salinas de Hidalgo
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBTIS 186 | — | — | — | — |
| Secundaria Gral. Leyes de Reforma | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Club de Leones | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Preparatoria de Salinas | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Salinas de Hidalgo
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORO FM 88.1 (Tepezalá) - 88.1 FM - XHSCJS-FM - Voces de Tepezalá, Cultura de mi Pueblo, A.C. - Tepezalá, Aguascalientes | 88.1 fm, aguascalientes | MP3 |
Museums in Salinas de Hidalgo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura El Carro | ||||
| Centro Cultural |
Libraries in Salinas de Hidalgo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Hotels in Salinas de Hidalgo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salinas de Hidalgo
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Salinas de Hidalgo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Salinas de Hidalgo
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Salinas de Hidalgo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charcas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Salitral de Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Salinas de Hidalgo
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UBR |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salinas de Hidalgo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Nuestro Señor de Salinas |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Salinas de Hidalgo?
Salinas de Hidalgo has a population of 16,821 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,170.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salinas de Hidalgo?
Salinas de Hidalgo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.
How is the job market in Salinas de Hidalgo?
Salinas de Hidalgo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 538 business establishments in the area.