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Santa Elena Paliseca, Mexico

Hidalgo · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Elena Paliseca is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 2,553. Elevation: 8,202 ft (2,500 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,553 Population
8,202 ft Elevation 2,500 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.2 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

Population2,553
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation8,202 ft (2,500 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,553
Elevation8,202 ft (2,500 m)
Coordinates19.9981°, -98.2414°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa Elena Paliseca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Elena Paliseca has a population of 2,553. 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

2,553
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Elena Paliseca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Elena Paliseca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca, 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 Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 53.2 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 8,202 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation8,202 ft (2,500 m)
Coordinates19.9981°N, 98.2414°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
February 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
March 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 58°F (14°C) 5.3 in Wettest
July 58°F (15°C) 5.1 in
August 57°F (14°C) 4.9 in
September 56°F (14°C) 5.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
December 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest

Santa Elena Paliseca has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 51°F in December to 59°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and December the driest (0.5").

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 Elena Paliseca

What is the population of Santa Elena Paliseca?

Santa Elena Paliseca has a population of 2,553 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 Elena Paliseca expensive to live in?

Santa Elena Paliseca 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 Elena Paliseca?

Santa Elena Paliseca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Elena Paliseca?

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

How are the schools in Santa Elena Paliseca?

21.4% of adults in Santa Elena Paliseca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Santa Elena Paliseca?

The obesity rate in Santa Elena Paliseca 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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