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Tacotlán, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tacotlán is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 601. Elevation: 5,535 ft (1,687 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
601 Population 3,163/sq mi density
5,535 ft Elevation 1,687 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 1.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population601
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density3,163/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation5,535 ft (1,687 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population601
Population Density3,163 / sq mi
Elevation5,535 ft (1,687 m)
Coordinates20.8182°, -103.1887°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (876 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Tacotlán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tacotlán receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tacotlán offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tacotlán is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Tacotlán enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tacotlán has a population of 601 with a density of 3,163 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

601
Total Population
3,163
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tacotlán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tacotlán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tacotlán is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (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: Tacotlán vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% 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

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Tacotlán, 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: Tacotlán 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

Tacotlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.5 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 5,535 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,535 ft (1,687 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,163/sq mi
Coordinates20.8182°N, 103.1887°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 6.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 9.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 8.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in

Tacotlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 62°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.4") and April the driest (0.1").

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

Population Density3,163/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tacotlán

What is the population of Tacotlán?

Tacotlán has a population of 601 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,163 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Tacotlán expensive to live in?

Tacotlán is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Tacotlán?

Tacotlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tacotlán?

The job market in Tacotlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Tacotlán?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Tacotlán?

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

How healthy is Tacotlán?

The obesity rate in Tacotlán 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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