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Santa María Chimalapa, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa María Chimalapa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,540. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,540 Population
1,027 ft Elevation 313 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
88.8 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

Population2,540
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain88.8 in/yr
Sunny Days183/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population2,540
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates16.9064°, -94.6833°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation88.8 inches (2,256 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa María Chimalapa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 183 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María Chimalapa has a population of 2,540. 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

2,540
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María Chimalapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María Chimalapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa, 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 Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 183 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.8 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 1,027 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days183 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.8 inches
134% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates16.9064°N, 94.6833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 11.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 16.2 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 10.2 in
November 74°F (24°C) 6.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in

Santa María Chimalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 71°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.2") and April the driest (1.6").

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 Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa María Chimalapa

What is the population of Santa María Chimalapa?

Santa María Chimalapa has a population of 2,540 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 Chimalapa expensive to live in?

Santa María Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa?

Santa María Chimalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 88.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María Chimalapa?

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

How are the schools in Santa María Chimalapa?

21.4% of adults in Santa María Chimalapa 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 Chimalapa?

The obesity rate in Santa María Chimalapa 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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