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Santiago Cuixtla, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santiago Cuixtla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,254. Elevation: 1,434 ft (437 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,254 Population
1,434 ft Elevation 437 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
49.3 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

Population1,254
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,254
Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)
Coordinates16.0620°, -97.1859°
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)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santiago Cuixtla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santiago Cuixtla 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. Santiago Cuixtla 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

Santiago Cuixtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santiago Cuixtla has a population of 1,254. 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

1,254
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santiago Cuixtla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santiago Cuixtla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santiago Cuixtla 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: Santiago Cuixtla 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 Santiago Cuixtla, 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: Santiago Cuixtla 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

Santiago Cuixtla 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). 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 1,434 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,434 ft (437 m)
Coordinates16.0620°N, 97.1859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

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

Santiago Cuixtla 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").

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 Santiago Cuixtla

What is the population of Santiago Cuixtla?

Santiago Cuixtla has a population of 1,254 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 Santiago Cuixtla expensive to live in?

Santiago Cuixtla 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 Santiago Cuixtla?

Santiago Cuixtla 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santiago Cuixtla?

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

How are the schools in Santiago Cuixtla?

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

How healthy is Santiago Cuixtla?

The obesity rate in Santiago Cuixtla 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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