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Santa María la Alta, Mexico
Puebla · Mexico
Santa María la Alta is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 6,626. Elevation: 6,434 ft (1,961 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 6,626 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,434 ft (1,961 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5998°, -97.6581° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Puebla |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.6 inches (346 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María la Alta
Santa María la Alta is a small city in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 6,626. The city sits at an elevation of 6,434 feet (1,961 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa María la Alta vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 212 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,434 ft (1,961 m) |
| Area | 209.6 sq mi (542.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5998°N, 97.6581°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 63 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 74 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 113 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 122 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 153 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Santa María la Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 58°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and December the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Santa María la Alta
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor 90.7 (US) | regional mexican | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor 97.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa María la Alta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolutions museum | ||||
| Evolutions museum | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Cuacnopalan | ||||
| Museo Comunitario Tlamayocan | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Teteles de Santo Nombre | ||||
| Museo Histórico de Huitziltepec |
Farmers Markets in Santa María la Alta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juárez |
Airports Near Santa María la Alta
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hermanos Serdán International Airport | PBC | Large Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Roja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
| Tlaxcala Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa María la Alta
What is the population of Santa María la Alta?
Santa María la Alta has a population of 6,626 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 209.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María la Alta?
Santa María la Alta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.6 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María la Alta?
The job market in Santa María la Alta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 212 business establishments in the area.