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Santa Cruz Acatepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Cruz Acatepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,127. Elevation: 5,361 ft (1,634 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,127 Population
5,361 ft Elevation 1,634 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
10.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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

Population1,127
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,127
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Coordinates18.1637°, -96.8748°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation10.8 inches (275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa Cruz Acatepec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz Acatepec receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Santa Cruz Acatepec has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a population of 1,127. 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

1,127
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz Acatepec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz Acatepec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz Acatepec is N/A. 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: Santa Cruz Acatepec vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Santa Cruz Acatepec, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 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).

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz Acatepec vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 10.8 inches (drier 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 5,361 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Coordinates18.1637°N, 96.8748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.7 in
July 74°F (24°C) 13.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 12.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 12.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 6.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
December 62°F (16°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 62°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.5") and March the driest (1.0").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz Acatepec

What is the population of Santa Cruz Acatepec?

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a population of 1,127 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 Santa Cruz Acatepec expensive to live in?

Santa Cruz Acatepec is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Acatepec?

Santa Cruz Acatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Acatepec?

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

How are the schools in Santa Cruz Acatepec?

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

How healthy is Santa Cruz Acatepec?

The obesity rate in Santa Cruz Acatepec 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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