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Santiago Malacatepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santiago Malacatepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,173. Elevation: 3,238 ft (987 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,173 Population
3,238 ft Elevation 987 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
79.0 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

Population1,173
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)
Rain79.0 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,173
Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Coordinates17.0164°, -95.6075°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation79.0 inches (2,007 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santiago Malacatepec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santiago Malacatepec receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Santiago Malacatepec 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 Malacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santiago Malacatepec has a population of 1,173. 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

1,173
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santiago Malacatepec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santiago Malacatepec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santiago Malacatepec 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 Malacatepec 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 Malacatepec, 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 Malacatepec 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 Malacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.0 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 3,238 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.0 inches
108% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Coordinates17.0164°N, 95.6075°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 71°F (21°C) 1.9 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
May 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 11.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 16.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 14.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 12.4 in
October 74°F (23°C) 7.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in

Santiago Malacatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 70°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.3") and March the driest (1.3").

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 Santiago Malacatepec

What is the population of Santiago Malacatepec?

Santiago Malacatepec has a population of 1,173 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 Malacatepec expensive to live in?

Santiago Malacatepec 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 Malacatepec?

Santiago Malacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santiago Malacatepec?

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

How are the schools in Santiago Malacatepec?

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

How healthy is Santiago Malacatepec?

The obesity rate in Santiago Malacatepec 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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