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Santiago Lachiguiri, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santiago Lachiguiri is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,652. Elevation: 2,812 ft (857 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,652 Population
2,812 ft Elevation 857 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
37.4 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

Population1,652
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)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation2,812 ft (857 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,652
Elevation2,812 ft (857 m)
Coordinates16.6864°, -95.5322°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (951 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santiago Lachiguiri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santiago Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santiago Lachiguiri has a population of 1,652. 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

1,652
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santiago Lachiguiri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santiago Lachiguiri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santiago Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri, 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 Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.4 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 2,812 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation2,812 ft (857 m)
Coordinates16.6864°N, 95.5322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 6.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in

Santiago Lachiguiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 71°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.5").

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 Lachiguiri

What is the population of Santiago Lachiguiri?

Santiago Lachiguiri has a population of 1,652 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 Lachiguiri expensive to live in?

Santiago Lachiguiri 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 Lachiguiri?

Santiago Lachiguiri 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 75°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santiago Lachiguiri?

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

How are the schools in Santiago Lachiguiri?

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

How healthy is Santiago Lachiguiri?

The obesity rate in Santiago Lachiguiri 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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