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Santa María del Oro, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
Santa María del Oro is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 4,482. Elevation: 3,835 ft (1,169 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa María del Oro
Santa María del Oro is a municipality and municipal seat in the Mexican state of Nayarit. It is located in the south of the state and has boundaries with the municipalities of El Nayar, Tepic, Ahuacatlán, Jala, San Pedro Lagunillas, La Yesca, and Xalisco. The population was 21,688 in 2005, with the municipal seat of the same name having 3,314 inhabitants. The total area was 912.90 km2.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,482 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,835 ft (1,169 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.3339°, -104.5870° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.3 inches (1,100 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María del Oro
Santa María del Oro is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 4,482. The city sits at an elevation of 3,835 feet (1,169 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Santa María del Oro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 143 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,835 ft (1,169 m) |
| Area | 615.5 sq mi (1,594.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.3339°N, 104.5870°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 25 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in |
Santa María del Oro has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Santa María del Oro
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cecyten Plantel Santa Maria del Oro | College | — | — |
Schools in Santa María del Oro
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Esteban Baca Calderon | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Ramon Corona | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad de Servicio de Apoyo a la Educacion Regular Num. 15 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa María del Oro
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| @FM (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 100.3 (Tepic) - 100.3 FM - XHTNY-FM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 550 (Tepic) - 550 AM - XEGNAY-AM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 550 am, am | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, Nayarit | 104.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, NA | 104.9, 104.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 98.5 (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Tepic) - 96.1 FM - XHEOO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tepic, Nayarit | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 48 kbps |
Libraries in Santa María del Oro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Emilio M. González | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa María del Oro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Jala |
Restaurants in Santa María del Oro
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa María del Oro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Nicolás Álvarez Ortega | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Toril |
Airports Near Santa María del Oro
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | Large Airport |
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Amatlan de Jora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apozolco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Llano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Trapiche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Ocotan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huajimic Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huaynamota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jazmines de Coyultita Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Ciruelilla Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Bugambilias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Higueras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gavilanes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mecatillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | — | Small Airport |
| Popota Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Puente de Camotlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Ixtapalapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuxpan de Bolaños Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Banderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vientos de la Vega Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zoquipan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa María del Oro
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Marakame |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa María del Oro?
Santa María del Oro has a population of 4,482 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 615.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María del Oro?
Santa María del Oro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María del Oro?
The job market in Santa María del Oro is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 143 business establishments in the area.