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Santa María Tiltepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Tiltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,163. Elevation: 1,565 ft (477 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,163 Population 21/sq mi density
1,565 ft Elevation 477 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
49.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,163
Density21/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Population2,163
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Coordinates16.0627°, -97.1704°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation49.3 inches (1,252 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Tiltepec

Santa María Tiltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,163. The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet (477 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 69 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Tiltepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Tiltepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Area102.5 sq mi (265.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates16.0627°N, 97.1704°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.3"
30% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.35"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,198 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 26 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 126 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 123 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 94 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 97 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 116 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 132 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 95 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 75 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 81 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 149 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 128 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 149 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 65 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 28 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 78 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 81 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 72 km
2024 John Category 3 154 km
2023 Otis Category 5 263 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 73 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 286 km
2017 Max Category 1 198 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 15 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 193 km
2006 John Category 3 253 km
1998 Lester Category 2 174 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 46 km
1997 Rick Category 2 18 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 271 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 209 km
1984 Boris Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 150 km
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 126 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 149 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 121 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 130 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 123 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 15 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 97 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 79 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 9.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 8.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Santa María Tiltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.4") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Santa María Tiltepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Santa María Tiltepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado de Zicatela

Breweries in Santa María Tiltepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nodo Brewhaus

Airports Near Santa María Tiltepec

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Santa María Tiltepec

What is the population of Santa María Tiltepec?

Santa María Tiltepec has a population of 2,163 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 102.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Tiltepec?

Santa María Tiltepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Tiltepec?

The job market in Santa María Tiltepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

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