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San Jorge el Zapote, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Jorge el Zapote is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 653. Elevation: 4,829 ft (1,472 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 653 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,829 ft (1,472 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9130°, -97.9973° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Jorge el Zapote
San Jorge el Zapote is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 653. The city sits at an elevation of 4,829 feet (1,472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Jorge el Zapote vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,829 ft (1,472 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9130°N, 97.9973°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 146 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 158 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 176 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
San Jorge el Zapote has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 66°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near San Jorge el Zapote
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor 90.7 (US) | regional mexican | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor 97.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Jorge el Zapote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mureh |
Libraries in San Jorge el Zapote
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Santa María | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UTM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Jorge el Zapote
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Cuautémoc | |||||
| Mercado Porfirio Díaz | |||||
| Mercado Zaragoza |
Breweries in San Jorge el Zapote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heineken México |
Airports Near San Jorge el Zapote
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
| Tenango Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Jorge el Zapote
What is the population of San Jorge el Zapote?
San Jorge el Zapote has a population of 653 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Jorge el Zapote?
San Jorge el Zapote enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.
How is the job market in San Jorge el Zapote?
The job market in San Jorge el Zapote is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.