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Santa Elena, Mexico
Zacatecas · Mexico
Santa Elena is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,770. Elevation: 6,716 ft (2,047 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Elena
Santa Elena Municipality is a municipality in the Mexican state of Yucatán containing 694.90 km2 of land and is located roughly 95 km south of the city of Mérida.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,770 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,716 ft (2,047 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.5923°, -102.0710° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Zacatecas |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (398 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Elena
Santa Elena is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,770. The city sits at an elevation of 6,716 feet (2,047 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Elena vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 57 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,716 ft (2,047 m) |
| Area | 306.7 sq mi (794.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.5923°N, 102.0710°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Santa Elena has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 55°F in December to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Santa Elena
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LUPE 93.3 (Zacatecas) - 93.3 FM - XHEXZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Guadalupe, Zacatecas | 93.3 fm, américa | MP3 40 kbps | |
| ORO FM 88.1 (Tepezalá) - 88.1 FM - XHSCJS-FM - Voces de Tepezalá, Cultura de mi Pueblo, A.C. - Tepezalá, Aguascalientes | 88.1 fm, aguascalientes | MP3 | |
| Exa FM Fresnillo - 100.5 FM - XHFRE-FM - Grupo B15 - Fresnillo, Zacatecas | 100.5 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Inolvidable (Jerez) - 90.7 FM - XHJRZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Jerez, ZA | 90.7, 90.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Grande de Río Grande - 97.1 FM - XHZC-FM - Río Grande, ZA | 97.1, 97.1 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa Elena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura El Carro |
Libraries in Santa Elena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Leocadio Guerrero | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Elena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Santa Elena
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport | ZCL | Medium Airport |
| Salitral de Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Elena
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UBR |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a population of 1,770 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 306.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Elena?
Santa Elena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Elena?
The job market in Santa Elena is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.