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Santa María, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa María is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,374. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,374 Population
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
38.6 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

Population1,374
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,374
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates15.9922°, -95.7030°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (981 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa María a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Santa María 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 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María has a population of 1,374. 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

1,374
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María 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 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, 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 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 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. 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 217 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates15.9922°N, 95.7030°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
April 83°F (29°C) 0.6 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.1 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in

Santa María has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 80°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (0.1").

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

What is the population of Santa María?

Santa María has a population of 1,374 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 expensive to live in?

Santa María 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?

Santa María has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María?

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

How are the schools in Santa María?

21.4% of adults in Santa María 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?

The obesity rate in Santa María 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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