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Santa Cruz Lachixolana, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Cruz Lachixolana is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,283. Elevation: 5,433 ft (1,656 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,283 Population
5,433 ft Elevation 1,656 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
40.0 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

Population1,283
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,433 ft (1,656 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,283
Elevation5,433 ft (1,656 m)
Coordinates17.2278°, -96.8556°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa Cruz Lachixolana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 360 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Cruz Lachixolana has a population of 1,283. 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

1,283
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz Lachixolana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz Lachixolana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana, 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 Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 40.0 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 5,433 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,433 ft (1,656 m)
Coordinates17.2278°N, 96.8556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 6.1 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
September 67°F (20°C) 5.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in

Santa Cruz Lachixolana has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 55°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.1") and January 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 Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz Lachixolana

What is the population of Santa Cruz Lachixolana?

Santa Cruz Lachixolana has a population of 1,283 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 Lachixolana expensive to live in?

Santa Cruz Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana?

Santa Cruz Lachixolana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Lachixolana?

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

How are the schools in Santa Cruz Lachixolana?

21.4% of adults in Santa Cruz Lachixolana 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 Lachixolana?

The obesity rate in Santa Cruz Lachixolana 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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