San Francisco de Lajas, Mexico — City Data & Statistics

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 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population610

Median Age21.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty2.3%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent25/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.7%

Depression2.6%

Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain39.0 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	610
Elevation	5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Coordinates	23.1181°, -105.1022°
Timezone	America/Monterrey
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Durango
Average Temperature	69°F (21°C)
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	39.0 inches (991 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	21.0 years

Is San Francisco de Lajas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Francisco de Lajas 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. San Francisco de Lajas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Francisco de Lajas is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 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

San Francisco de Lajas 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

San Francisco de Lajas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

San Francisco de Lajas has a population of 610. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

610

Total Population

21.0yrs

Median Age

46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

San Francisco de Lajas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

San Francisco de Lajas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Francisco de Lajas 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 2.0% (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: San Francisco de Lajas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$13,861
	82% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	54.20 (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-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%

Property Tax

In San Francisco de Lajas, 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: San Francisco de Lajas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	16.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
COPD	15.5%
Kidney Disease	22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.0%
Physical Inactivity	83.2%
Depression	2.6%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Premature Death	163/100K

Food & Exercise

San Francisco de Lajas 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, San Francisco de Lajas receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: San Francisco de Lajas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.9/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	24.9/100K
	295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

San Francisco de Lajas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.0 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 5,131 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	69.2°F
	28% above US avg
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.0 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Coordinates	23.1181°N, 105.1022°W
Timezone	America/Monterrey

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	62°F (17°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	63°F (17°C)	0.6 in
March	66°F (19°C)	0.6 in
April	70°F (21°C)	0.2 in	Driest
May	74°F (23°C)	0.6 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
July	73°F (23°C)	7.8 in
August	73°F (23°C)	10.0 in	Wettest
September	73°F (23°C)	8.9 in
October	71°F (22°C)	1.5 in
November	67°F (19°C)	1.2 in
December	63°F (17°C)	2.6 in

San Francisco de Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 62°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and April the driest (0.2").

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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About San Francisco de Lajas

What is the population of San Francisco de Lajas?

San Francisco de Lajas has a population of 610 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is San Francisco de Lajas expensive to live in?

San Francisco de Lajas 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 San Francisco de Lajas safe?

San Francisco de Lajas 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, San Francisco de Lajas receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in San Francisco de Lajas?

San Francisco de Lajas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in San Francisco de Lajas?

The job market in San Francisco de Lajas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in San Francisco de Lajas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in San Francisco de Lajas?

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

How healthy is San Francisco de Lajas?

The obesity rate in San Francisco de Lajas 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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