All Countries
Santa María la Asunción, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María la Asunción is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,701. Elevation: 5,420 ft (1,652 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Santa María la Asunción, Mexico
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Santa María la Asunción
Santa María la Asunción is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Teotitlán District in the north of the Cañada Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,701 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,420 ft (1,652 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1072°, -96.8192° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (275 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María la Asunción
Santa María la Asunción is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,701. The city sits at an elevation of 5,420 feet (1,652 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa María la Asunción vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,420 ft (1,652 m) |
| Area | 73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1072°N, 96.8192°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 113 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 125 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 158 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 174 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 179 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 17.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 20.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 19.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 19.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 11.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
Santa María la Asunción has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 112.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.8") and March the driest (2.0").
Schools in Santa María la Asunción
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preescolar Luis Aguirre | — | — | — | — |
| Telesecundaria El Nogal | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa María la Asunción
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Sabina’s House |
Libraries in Santa María la Asunción
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca La Asunción | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa María la Asunción
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasto Pineda |
Restaurants in Santa María la Asunción
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa María la Asunción
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Santa María la Asunción
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa María la Asunción
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa María la Asunción
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa María la Asunción
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Santa Ma. La Asunción Oaxaca |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Santa María la Asunción.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa María la Asunción
What is the population of Santa María la Asunción?
Santa María la Asunción has a population of 1,701 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María la Asunción?
Santa María la Asunción has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María la Asunción?
The job market in Santa María la Asunción is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.