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Santa Cruz, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Santa Cruz is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 1,038. Elevation: 4,465 ft (1,361 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,038 Population 4/sq mi density
4,465 ft Elevation 1,361 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a town in Santa Cruz Municipality, in the northern region of the Mexican state of Sonora.

People

Population1,038
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Population1,038
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Coordinates31.2335°, -110.5962°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 1,038. The city sits at an elevation of 4,465 feet (1,361 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Cruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,465 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above Mexico avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Area272.0 sq mi (704.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates31.2335°N, 110.5962°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.31"
Driest Month (May) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Oct 16, 1999 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico M4.5 56 km
Oct 31, 1990 29 km E of Fronteras, Mexico M3.8 133 km
Mar 10, 1992 33 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico M3.5 146 km
Apr 22, 2020 28 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico M3.5 147 km
Feb 27, 2018 32 km E of Esqueda, Mexico M3.4 140 km
Sep 28, 2023 21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona M3.1 110 km
Aug 26, 2017 33 km SE of Agua Prieta, Mexico M3.0 127 km
Jan 31, 2018 35 km ENE of Fronteras, Mexico M3.0 131 km
Jan 4, 2020 22 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico M2.8 145 km
Aug 9, 2025 14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona M2.6 133 km
Aug 1, 2021 30 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MURPHY COMPLEX (64,407 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 MURPHY COMPLEX 64,407 56 km
2017 SAWMILL 47,357 66 km
2002 RYAN 36,922 39 km
2011 MONUMENT 30,219 38 km
2002 WALKER 17,438 47 km
2022 TONTO CANYON 16,989 54 km
2005 FLORIDA 16,362 59 km
2011 BULL 16,339 47 km
1988 PEAK 16,078 35 km
2022 SAN RAFAEL 12,203 21 km
2012 CAMPINI 11,893 24 km
2023 BEEHIVE 11,087 61 km
2013 SOLDIER BASIN 11,052 29 km
2016 LA SIERRA 11,035 51 km
1986 SASABE 10,734 93 km
2011 ARLENE 10,586 19 km
2021 ALAMO 10,478 52 km
1990 MONTOSA 9,077 70 km
2016 MULE RIDGE 8,619 62 km
2008 DISTILLERY 8,542 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
March 53°F (11°C) 1.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
June 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
September 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
November 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in

Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Santa Cruz

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mas Radio - 107.9 FM - KCKO-FM - Mas Medios Nogales - Nogales, Sonora 107.9 fm, adult contemporary MP3 192 kbps
K101 KZMK 100.9FM (US) 2000s, 80s AAC 64 kbps
ORO Radio 107.3 FM MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 102.7 (Nogales) - 102.7 FM - XHQT-FM - MVS Radio - Nogales, Sonora 102.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Exa FM 104.9, 104.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM (US) pop, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
KPUP-LP 100.5 Patagonia, AZ (US) arizona, community news MP3 120 kbps

Airports Near Santa Cruz

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nogales International AirportNOGMedium Airport
Nogales International AirportOLSMedium Airport
Sierra Vista Municipal Airport / Libby Army Air FieldFHUMedium Airport
Arivaca Hay Field Glider Landing SiteSmall Airport
Babocomari Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bacanuchi AirstripSmall Airport
Bacoachi AirstripSmall Airport
Bisbee Municipal AirportBSQSmall Airport
Cananea National AirportCNASmall Airport
Cuarto de Milla StripSmall Airport
Cuitaca AirstripSmall Airport
Eagle RunwaySmall Airport
Evelyn FieldSmall Airport
Flying Diamond AirportSmall Airport
Four Pillars AirportSmall Airport
La Gurruña AirportSmall Airport
La Providencia AirportSmall Airport
Lindsey Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Naco Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pioneer RunwaySmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho San Marcos AirportSmall Airport
Ruby Star AirparkSmall Airport
Saint David GliderfieldSmall Airport
Skyline Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Stronghold AirportSmall Airport
Sunsites AirportSmall Airport
Tasícuri-Magdalena de Kino / Rodolfo Soto Bartell AirportSmall Airport
Thompson International Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Tombstone Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Whetstone AirportSmall Airport
Wren FieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz

What is the population of Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a population of 1,038 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz?

The unemployment rate in Santa Cruz is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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