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Santa María Alotepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa María Alotepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,065. Elevation: 4,813 ft (1,467 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,065 Population
4,813 ft Elevation 1,467 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
76.7 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

Population1,065
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 Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation4,813 ft (1,467 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,065
Elevation4,813 ft (1,467 m)
Coordinates17.0936°, -95.8552°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation76.7 inches (1,947 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa María Alotepec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María Alotepec receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Santa María Alotepec 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 María Alotepec enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María Alotepec has a population of 1,065. 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

1,065
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María Alotepec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María Alotepec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María Alotepec 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 María Alotepec 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 María Alotepec, 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 María Alotepec 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 María Alotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 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 4,813 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.7 inches
102% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,813 ft (1,467 m)
Coordinates17.0936°N, 95.8552°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 12.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 13.8 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 13.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 13.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in

Santa María Alotepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 61°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (1.4").

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 María Alotepec

What is the population of Santa María Alotepec?

Santa María Alotepec has a population of 1,065 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 María Alotepec expensive to live in?

Santa María Alotepec 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 María Alotepec?

Santa María Alotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María Alotepec?

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

How are the schools in Santa María Alotepec?

21.4% of adults in Santa María Alotepec 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 Alotepec?

The obesity rate in Santa María Alotepec 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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