Choose Country

Sayaxché, Guatemala

Petén · 🇬🇹 Guatemala

Sayaxché is a small city in Petén, Guatemala with a population of 9,100. Elevation: 440 ft (134 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
9,100 Population
440 ft Elevation 134 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
106.9 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

People

Population9,100
Median Age24.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,758
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty9.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.8%
Depression2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain106.9 in/yr
Sunny Days158/yr
Elevation440 ft (134 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband56.1%
Population9,100
Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Coordinates16.5245°, -90.1880°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvincePetén
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation106.9 inches (2,716 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.8 years

Is Sayaxché a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sayaxché receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Sayaxché faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sayaxché has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 158 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 106.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Sayaxché has a population of 9,100. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,100
Total Population
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sayaxché vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sayaxché vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sayaxché is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sayaxché vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sayaxché, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% are current smokers. 2.8% report depression. 86.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sayaxché vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
High Blood Pressure32.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.7%
Physical Inactivity86.9%
Depression2.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Sayaxché has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 106.9 inches. The area enjoys 158 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days158 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall106.9 inches
181% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.5%

Geography

Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Coordinates16.5245°N, 90.1880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 56.1% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+82.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

La Libertad 8,646 pop · 18.8 mi San Francisco 3,954 pop · 25.2 mi Santa Ana 9,523 pop · 30.8 mi Benemérito de las Américas 7,259 pop · 30.8 mi Flor de Cacao 1,655 pop · 32.4 mi San Benito 30,764 pop · 32.4 mi Flores 20,464 pop · 33.5 mi San Andrés 7,235 pop · 35.7 mi San José 1,201 pop · 37.0 mi Zamora Pico de Oro 1,734 pop · 40.5 mi Chisec 17,018 pop · 49.6 mi Frontera Corozal 5,184 pop · 50.2 mi Dolores 10,604 pop · 51.1 mi Poptún 17,320 pop · 52.8 mi
Compare Sayaxché with another city: