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San José, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

San José is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 620. Elevation: 1,847 ft (563 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
620 Population
1,847 ft Elevation 563 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
85.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City 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, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population620
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain85.9 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation1,847 ft (563 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population620
Elevation1,847 ft (563 m)
Coordinates16.7106°, -91.3969°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation85.9 inches (2,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is San José a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San José 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. San José has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San José is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 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 José 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 José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 184 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 85.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

San José has a population of 620. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% 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

620
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

San José vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

San José vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San José 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 2.7% (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 José vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% 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 San José, 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 José 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

San José 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 José receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: San José 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
San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.9 inches (wetter 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 1,847 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall85.9 inches
126% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,847 ft (563 m)
Coordinates16.7106°N, 91.3969°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 13.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.9 in
August 74°F (23°C) 12.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 14.3 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 5.7 in
December 67°F (20°C) 4.0 in

San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and March the driest (2.1").

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 San José

What is the population of San José?

San José has a population of 620 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 29.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is San José expensive to live in?

San José 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 José safe?

San José 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 José receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in San José?

San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in San José?

The job market in San José is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in San José?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in San José?

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

How healthy is San José?

The obesity rate in San José 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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