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Santiago la Libertad, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago la Libertad is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 520. Elevation: 5,646 ft (1,721 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

520 Population 11/sq mi density
5,646 ft Elevation 1,721 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population520
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment18.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,646 ft (1,721 m)
Population520
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation5,646 ft (1,721 m)
Coordinates16.5624°, -96.5319°
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)

About Santiago la Libertad

Santiago la Libertad is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 5,646 feet (1,721 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 18.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Santiago la Libertad vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.5%
414% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago la Libertad 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). The city sits at an elevation of 5,646 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation5,646 ft (1,721 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates16.5624°N, 96.5319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,470 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 70 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 94 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 80 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 135 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 142 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 68 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 82 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 89 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 56 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 67 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 125 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 133 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 64 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 157 km
2024 John Category 3 233 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 75 km
2017 Max Category 1 253 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 267 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 93 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 281 km
2010 Karl Category 2 262 km
2005 Stan Category 1 285 km
1998 Lester Category 2 230 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 104 km
1997 Rick Category 2 74 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 94 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 83 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 75 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 80 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 129 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 109 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in

Santiago la Libertad has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santiago la Libertad

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM banda, banda norteña MP3
Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA 89.1, 89.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 89.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca baladas en español, grupo as MP3

Museums in Santiago la Libertad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rodolpho Morales Home
Rodolpho Morales Museum

Libraries in Santiago la Libertad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Santiago la Libertad

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Morelos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near Santiago la Libertad

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium 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 Santiago la Libertad

What is the population of Santiago la Libertad?

Santiago la Libertad has a population of 520 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago la Libertad?

Santiago la Libertad 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.

How is the job market in Santiago la Libertad?

The job market in Santiago la Libertad faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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