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Santa Cruz Ocotal, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Cruz Ocotal is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 752. Elevation: 4,045 ft (1,233 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
752 Population
4,045 ft Elevation 1,233 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 7.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population752
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population752
Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)
Coordinates16.9807°, -95.8234°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Santa Cruz Ocotal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz Ocotal receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Santa Cruz Ocotal has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santa Cruz Ocotal is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Santa Cruz Ocotal 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

Santa Cruz Ocotal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Cruz Ocotal has a population of 752. 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

752
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz Ocotal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz Ocotal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz Ocotal 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 7.1% (above 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 Ocotal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.20 (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-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Santa Cruz Ocotal, 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: Santa Cruz Ocotal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease16.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
COPD15.5%
Kidney Disease22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Premature Death163/100K

Food & Exercise

Santa Cruz Ocotal 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, Santa Cruz Ocotal receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Santa Cruz Ocotal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Santa Cruz Ocotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter 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 4,045 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)
Coordinates16.9807°N, 95.8234°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 8.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in
October 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in

Santa Cruz Ocotal has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.8").

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

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz Ocotal

What is the population of Santa Cruz Ocotal?

Santa Cruz Ocotal has a population of 752 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 Santa Cruz Ocotal expensive to live in?

Santa Cruz Ocotal 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 Santa Cruz Ocotal safe?

Santa Cruz Ocotal 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, Santa Cruz Ocotal receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Ocotal?

Santa Cruz Ocotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Ocotal?

The unemployment rate in Santa Cruz Ocotal is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Santa Cruz Ocotal?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Santa Cruz Ocotal?

21.4% of adults in Santa Cruz Ocotal 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 Ocotal?

The obesity rate in Santa Cruz Ocotal 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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