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Saltabarranca, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Saltabarranca is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 3,215. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3,215 Population 79/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Saltabarranca

Saltabarranca is a municipality located in the south zone of the Mexican state of Veracruz, about 180 kilometres (110 mi) from the state capital Xalapa. It has an area of 91.3 km2 (35.3 sq mi). It is located at 18°22′N 95°48′W.

People

Population3,215
Density79/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population3,215
Population Density79 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates18.5912°, -95.5323°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saltabarranca

Saltabarranca is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 3,215. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments.

Income: Saltabarranca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Saltabarranca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area40.8 sq mi (105.6 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates18.5912°N, 95.5323°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

319 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 14, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 100 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 59 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 46 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 36 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 100 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 94 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 119 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 90 km
Jan 25, 2017 9 km E of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M5.0 139 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 52 km
Aug 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Venustiano Carranza (Peña Blanca), Mexico M4.9 135 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 123 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 78 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 87 km
Apr 14, 2019 4 km SSE of Constitución Mexicana, Mexico M4.8 145 km
May 20, 2014 5 km ENE of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M4.8 150 km
Aug 2, 2019 4 km N of Juan Rodríguez Clara, Mexico M4.7 64 km
Sep 6, 1997 1 km NNE of Mundo Nuevo, Mexico M4.7 133 km
Feb 12, 2012 5 km WSW of Ayotzintepec, Mexico M4.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 236 km
2017 Katia Category 2 277 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 182 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 293 km
2010 Karl Category 3 103 km
2007 Dean Category 2 209 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 218 km
2005 Stan Category 1 67 km
2000 Keith Category 1 296 km
1993 Gert Category 2 285 km
1990 Diana Category 2 236 km
1988 Debby Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (35 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 35 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 175 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 189 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 193 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 197 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
February 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
May 83°F (29°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.9 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in
November 76°F (24°C) 4.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in

Saltabarranca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Saltabarranca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Benito Juárez
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Radio Stations near Saltabarranca

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Saltabarranca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura "Fernando Bustamante"
Casa de la Cultura
Museo de la Ciudad
Museo Regional Tuxtleco
Museo Salvador Ferrando
Museo Tres Zapotes

Libraries in Saltabarranca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dr. Daniel Ruiz Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saltabarranca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 20 de Noviembre
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Teodoro A. Dehesa

Stadiums & Teams in Saltabarranca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saltabarranca

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Heriberto Jara International AirportVERLarge Airport
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Ahijadero AirportSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Marina Heroica Naval Academy AirfieldSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saltabarranca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia San Isidro Labrador

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saltabarranca

What is the population of Saltabarranca?

Saltabarranca has a population of 3,215 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saltabarranca?

Saltabarranca 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 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Saltabarranca?

Saltabarranca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

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