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Santa Teresa, Mexico

Hidalgo · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Teresa is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 4,178. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,178 Population
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 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

Population4,178
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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population4,178
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates20.8899°, -98.3833°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santa Teresa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Teresa has a population of 4,178. 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

4,178
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Teresa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Teresa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa, 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 Teresa 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 Teresa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 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 1,040 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates20.8899°N, 98.3833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in
August 77°F (25°C) 9.8 in
September 75°F (24°C) 13.9 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest

Santa Teresa has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 63°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and December the driest (2.1").

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 Teresa

What is the population of Santa Teresa?

Santa Teresa has a population of 4,178 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 Teresa expensive to live in?

Santa Teresa 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 Teresa?

Santa Teresa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santa Teresa?

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

How are the schools in Santa Teresa?

21.4% of adults in Santa Teresa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Santa Teresa?

The obesity rate in Santa Teresa 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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