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Santa María Jalapa del Marqués, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María Jalapa del Marqués is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 8,996. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 8,996 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4399°, -95.4437° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (658 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
Santa María Jalapa del Marqués is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 8,996. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa María Jalapa del Marqués vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 288 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 386.4 sq mi (1,000.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4399°N, 95.4437°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 1.6 m | 10 | 86 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 41 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 63 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 83 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 111 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Santa María Jalapa del Marqués has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COBAO | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppel Aviación | |||||
| Mercado Municipal "Jesús Carranza" | |||||
| Mercado público 27de Marzo | |||||
| Plaza la sevillana |
Hotels in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ExConvento Dominico (Sumergido) |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa María Jalapa del Marqués?
Santa María Jalapa del Marqués has a population of 8,996 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 386.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués?
Santa María Jalapa del Marqués has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués?
The job market in Santa María Jalapa del Marqués is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 288 business establishments in the area.