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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).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago Tuxtla
Santiago Tuxtla is a small city and municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. The area was originally part of lands granted to Hernán Cortés by the Spanish Crown in 1531. The city was founded in 1525, but it did not gain municipal status until 1932. Today, the municipality is poor and agricultural but is home to several unique traditions such as the Santiago Tuxtla Fair and the Acarreo de Niño Dios, when images of the Child Jesus are carried in procession several times during the Christmas season. It is also home to the Museo Regional Tuxteco which houses much of the area's Olmec artifacts, including a number of colossal heads and other monumental stone works. The city's main plaza hosts the largest Olmec colossal head in Mexico, thus making it famous.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 15,459 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4658°, -95.3006° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Veracruz |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,051 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Tuxtla
Santiago Tuxtla is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 15,459. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet (201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santiago Tuxtla vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 495 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santiago Tuxtla
Santiago Tuxtla has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2050 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 309.5 sq mi (801.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4658°N, 95.3006°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 16 km |
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").
Schools in Santiago Tuxtla
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EI Los niños de tuxtla | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. Prim. Juana Bernal de Carvajal | — | — | — | — |
| Esc Sec y Bach Erasmo Cartellanos Quinto | — | — | — | — |
| Sec. Tecnica #80 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela primaria | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| Kinder | — | — | — | — |
| CBTis No. 251 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santiago Tuxtla
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz | 103.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz | 104.7 fm, américa | MP3 |
Museums in Santiago Tuxtla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura "Fernando Bustamante" | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Regional Comunitario | ||||
| Museo Regional Tuxtleco | ||||
| Museo Tres Zapotes | ||||
| Museo y Centro ceremonial "El Ahijado" |
Libraries in Santiago Tuxtla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal María Boettinger de Álvarez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santiago Tuxtla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Juárez |
Hotels in Santiago Tuxtla
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santiago Tuxtla
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santiago Tuxtla
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Santiago Tuxtla
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santiago Tuxtla
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santiago Tuxtla
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santiago Tuxtla
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santiago Tuxtla
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santiago Tuxtla
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santiago Tuxtla
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International Airport | MTT | Medium Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | — | Small Airport |
| El Amate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cubilete Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Zopilote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Tuxtlas Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marina Heroica Naval Academy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santiago Tuxtla
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Sagrado Corazón | |
| Iglesia San Jose | |
| La iglesia de jesucristo de los Santos de los Ultimos dias | |
| Monasterio Jesus Sacramentado |
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What is the population of Santiago Tuxtla?
Santiago Tuxtla has a population of 15,459 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 309.5 square miles.
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.
How is the job market in Santiago Tuxtla?
The job market in Santiago Tuxtla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 495 business establishments in the area.