Santa María Acapulco, Mexico — City Data & Statistics

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 29.9%

731% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

People

Population712

Median Age21.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median Income$13,861

Per Capita$13,861

Unemployment29.9%

Poverty2.3%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent25/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.7%

Depression2.6%

Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI24 (Good)

Rain37.7 in/yr

Sunny Days268/yr

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.2%

Population	712
Elevation	2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates	21.4719°, -99.4417°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	San Luis Potosí
Average Temperature	72°F (22°C)
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	37.7 inches (957 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$13,861
Median Age	21.0 years

Is Santa María Acapulco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María Acapulco receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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 María Acapulco has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santa María Acapulco is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 29.9%, unemployment is notably high. 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 María Acapulco 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 María Acapulco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María Acapulco has a population of 712. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% 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

712

Total Population

21.0yrs

Median Age

46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María Acapulco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María Acapulco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María Acapulco 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 29.9% (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 María Acapulco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	29.9%
	731% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	54.20 (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-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%

Property Tax

In Santa María Acapulco, 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 María Acapulco vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	16.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
COPD	15.5%
Kidney Disease	22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.0%
Physical Inactivity	83.2%
Depression	2.6%
Mental Distress	5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Premature Death	163/100K

Food & Exercise

Santa María Acapulco 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 María Acapulco receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Santa María Acapulco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.9/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	24.9/100K
	295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C
Safety Score	2.0 / 5.0

Santa María Acapulco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.7 inches. 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 2,858 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	72.3°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	63°F (17°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.7 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.1%

Geography

Elevation	2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates	21.4719°N, 99.4417°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	63°F (17°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	66°F (19°C)	0.6 in	Driest
March	72°F (22°C)	0.7 in
April	76°F (25°C)	1.2 in
May	80°F (27°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
June	79°F (26°C)	5.9 in
July	77°F (25°C)	5.4 in
August	77°F (25°C)	5.5 in
September	75°F (24°C)	8.8 in	Wettest
October	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in
November	68°F (20°C)	1.5 in
December	64°F (18°C)	0.9 in

Santa María Acapulco has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 63°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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 Access	81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa María Acapulco

What is the population of Santa María Acapulco?

Santa María Acapulco has a population of 712 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Santa María Acapulco expensive to live in?

Santa María Acapulco 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 María Acapulco safe?

Santa María Acapulco 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 María Acapulco receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Santa María Acapulco?

Santa María Acapulco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María Acapulco?

The job market in Santa María Acapulco faces challenges, with unemployment at 29.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Santa María Acapulco?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Santa María Acapulco?

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

How healthy is Santa María Acapulco?

The obesity rate in Santa María Acapulco 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.

Nearby Cities

Purísima de Arista 2,304 pop · 12.0 mi Concá 1,213 pop · 12.7 mi Arroyo Seco 1,425 pop · 16.7 mi Jalpan de Serra 11,010 pop · 17.7 mi Ahuacatlán de Guadalupe 1,815 pop · 18.9 mi Landa de Matamoros 1,609 pop · 21.4 mi Tamápatz 1,004 pop · 24.3 mi Pinal de Amoles 2,000 pop · 26.2 mi San Ciro de Acosta 7,026 pop · 27.2 mi Tampemoche 1,868 pop · 27.6 mi Agua Zarca 1,306 pop · 28.3 mi Rayón 5,928 pop · 28.7 mi Tanute 1,424 pop · 28.8 mi Aquismón 2,127 pop · 29.0 mi

Compare Santa María Acapulco with another city: