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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).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, historically known as Santa Cruz de la Cañada, is a census-designated place (CDP) in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States. It is part of the Santa Fe, New Mexico Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, Santa Cruz had a population of 416.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,316 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.9812°, -105.6017° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 1,316. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Santa Cruz vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 322.4 sq mi (834.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.9812°N, 105.6017°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 148 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
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").
Schools in Santa Cruz
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lázaro Cárdenas | — | — | — | — |
| Natividad Medina Ceja | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit | 94.5 fm, alica medios | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA | 570, 570 am | MP3 |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Origen |
Banks in Santa Cruz
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Cruz
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acaponeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores Nay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Norias Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mesa de Los Huicholes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 1,316 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 322.4 square miles.
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.
How is the job market in Santa Cruz?
The job market in Santa Cruz is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.