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Santiago Tuxtla, Mexico

Veracruz · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Santiago Tuxtla is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 15,459. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,459 Population
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.4 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

Population15,459
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population15,459
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates18.4658°, -95.3006°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Santiago Tuxtla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santiago Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Santiago Tuxtla has a population of 15,459. 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

15,459
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Santiago Tuxtla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santiago Tuxtla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santiago Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla, 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 Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 41.4 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 659 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates18.4658°N, 95.3006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
February 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 10.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 15.4 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 12.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in Coldest

Santiago Tuxtla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 72°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and March the driest (1.1").

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 Tuxtla

What is the population of Santiago Tuxtla?

Santiago Tuxtla has a population of 15,459 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 Tuxtla expensive to live in?

Santiago Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla?

Santiago Tuxtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Santiago Tuxtla?

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

How are the schools in Santiago Tuxtla?

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

How healthy is Santiago Tuxtla?

The obesity rate in Santiago Tuxtla 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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