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Santa Cruz, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Cruz is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 1,316. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,316 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population1,316
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,316
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates21.9812°, -105.6017°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz 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 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 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Cruz has a population of 1,316. 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

1,316
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz 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 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, 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 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 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates21.9812°N, 105.6017°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
June 83°F (28°C) 3.0 in
July 83°F (29°C) 10.7 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 12.1 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 10.9 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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

What is the population of Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a population of 1,316 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 expensive to live in?

Santa Cruz 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?

Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz?

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

How are the schools in Santa Cruz?

21.4% of adults in Santa Cruz 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?

The obesity rate in Santa Cruz 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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