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Santa María Zoquitlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa María Zoquitlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,686. Elevation: 3,402 ft (1,037 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,686 Population
3,402 ft Elevation 1,037 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 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

Population1,686
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,686
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Coordinates16.5586°, -96.3536°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa María Zoquitlán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa María Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 362 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa María Zoquitlán has a population of 1,686. 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

1,686
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa María Zoquitlán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa María Zoquitlán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa María Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán, 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 Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 18.0 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 3,402 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Coordinates16.5586°N, 96.3536°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Santa María Zoquitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 64°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") 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 Zoquitlán

What is the population of Santa María Zoquitlán?

Santa María Zoquitlán has a population of 1,686 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 Zoquitlán expensive to live in?

Santa María Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán?

Santa María Zoquitlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa María Zoquitlán?

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

How are the schools in Santa María Zoquitlán?

21.4% of adults in Santa María Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán?

The obesity rate in Santa María Zoquitlán 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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