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Santa Teresa, Mexico

México · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santa Teresa is a mid-size city in México, Mexico with a population of 36,845. Elevation: 7,500 ft (2,286 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
36,845 Population
7,500 ft Elevation 2,286 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
24.8 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

Population36,845
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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation7,500 ft (2,286 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population36,845
Elevation7,500 ft (2,286 m)
Coordinates19.8450°, -99.2333°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (629 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 60°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 355 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santa Teresa has a population of 36,845. 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

36,845
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 60°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 24.8 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 7,500 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,500 ft (2,286 m)
Coordinates19.8450°N, 99.2333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest

Santa Teresa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 55°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and December the driest (0.3").

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 36,845 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 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 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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