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Santa María Pápalo, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa María Pápalo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,593. Elevation: 6,788 ft (2,069 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,593 Population
6,788 ft Elevation 2,069 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
10.8 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

Population1,593
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,593
Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Coordinates17.7839°, -96.7972°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation10.8 inches (275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa María Pápalo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María Pápalo 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 Pápalo 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 Pápalo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María Pápalo has a population of 1,593. 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

1,593
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María Pápalo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María Pápalo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María Pápalo 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 Pápalo 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 Pápalo, 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 Pápalo 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 Pápalo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 10.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 6,788 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Coordinates17.7839°N, 96.7972°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
February 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
May 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 10.3 in
July 74°F (24°C) 11.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 10.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 11.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 6.1 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Santa María Pápalo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 59°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.7") and March the driest (0.9").

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 Pápalo

What is the population of Santa María Pápalo?

Santa María Pápalo has a population of 1,593 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 Pápalo expensive to live in?

Santa María Pápalo 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 Pápalo?

Santa María Pápalo 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María Pápalo?

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

How are the schools in Santa María Pápalo?

21.4% of adults in Santa María Pápalo 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 Pápalo?

The obesity rate in Santa María Pápalo 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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