San José del Chilar, 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

Population690

Median Age42.0 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 Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain37.4 in/yr

Sunny Days268/yr

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	690
Elevation	2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates	17.7114°, -96.9372°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Oaxaca
Average Temperature	72°F (22°C)
January Average	66°F (19°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	42.0 years

Is San José del Chilar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San José del Chilar 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 José del Chilar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San José del Chilar 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 José del Chilar 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 del Chilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

San José del Chilar has a population of 690. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

690

Total Population

42.0yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

San José del Chilar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

San José del Chilar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San José del Chilar 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 José del Chilar 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 José del Chilar, 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 del Chilar 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 José del Chilar 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 del Chilar receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: San José del Chilar 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 José del Chilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.4 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 2,234 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	71.8°F
	33% above US avg
January Average	66°F (19°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.4 inches
	2% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates	17.7114°N, 96.9372°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	66°F (19°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	68°F (20°C)	0.5 in	Driest
March	73°F (23°C)	0.5 in
April	77°F (25°C)	0.9 in
May	78°F (26°C)	2.3 in	Warmest
June	76°F (24°C)	6.7 in
July	73°F (23°C)	7.3 in	Wettest
August	73°F (23°C)	6.4 in
September	73°F (23°C)	6.9 in
October	71°F (22°C)	3.1 in
November	68°F (20°C)	1.4 in
December	66°F (19°C)	0.8 in

San José del Chilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 66°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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 José del Chilar

What is the population of San José del Chilar?

San José del Chilar has a population of 690 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is San José del Chilar expensive to live in?

San José del Chilar 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 del Chilar safe?

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

What is the weather like in San José del Chilar?

San José del Chilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in San José del Chilar?

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

How much does housing cost in San José del Chilar?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in San José del Chilar?

21.4% of adults in San José del Chilar 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 del Chilar?

The obesity rate in San José del Chilar 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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