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Taretan, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Taretan is a small city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 6,440. Elevation: 3,757 ft (1,145 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Taretan
Taretan is a municipality located in the central part of the Mexican state of Michoacán. The municipality has an area of 185.23 square kilometres and is bordered to the north by the municipality of Ziracuaretiro, to the east by Salvador Escalante and Ario, to the south by Gabriel Zamora and Nuevo Urecho, and to the west by Uruapan The municipality had a population of 12,294 inhabitants according to the 2005 census. Its municipal seat is the city of the same name.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 6,440 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,757 ft (1,145 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.3344°, -101.9178° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.8 inches (1,443 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taretan
Taretan is a small city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 6,440. The city sits at an elevation of 3,757 feet (1,145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Taretan vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 206 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,757 ft (1,145 m) |
| Area | 75.5 sq mi (195.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3344°N, 101.9178°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 143 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 148 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 147 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 142 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 140 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 60 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 175 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in |
Taretan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in Taretan
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Bachillerato Tecnologico Agropecuario Num. 89 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Doctor Rafael Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica 28 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Melchor Ocampo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Lázaro Cárdenas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Miguel Hidalgo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Telesecundaria 632 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Taretan
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 94.3 (Apatzingán) - 94.3 FM - XHCJ-FM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 94.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Candela (Apatzingán) - 95.1 FM / 1340 AM - XHAPM-FM / XEAPM-AM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 1340 am, 95.1 fm | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Ley 106.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.3 la ley (US) | — | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in Taretan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Huátapera | ||||
| La Huátapera | ||||
| Museo Regional La Huatápera | ||||
| Museo Regional La Huatápera | ||||
| Smaller house in the world | ||||
| Smaller house in the world |
Libraries in Taretan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Profesor Lucas Ortíz Benítez | 0.0 | |||||
| Justo Cierra | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Taretan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Colonial La Charanda | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Antojitos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Taretan | |||||
| Mercado Zona Poniente | |||||
| Vasco De Quiroga |
Hotels in Taretan
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Taretan
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Taretan
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Taretan
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Taretan
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Taretan
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Taretan
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taretan
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Taretan
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Taretan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio de Béisbol Héroe de Nacozari | ||
| Estadio Hermanos López Rayón |
Airports Near Taretan
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Taretan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro de recolección de paquetes J&T Express |
Treatment Centers in Taretan
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Consultorio médico | ||
| Consultorio médico |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taretan
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
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What is the population of Taretan?
Taretan has a population of 6,440 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 75.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taretan?
Taretan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.8 inches.
How is the job market in Taretan?
The job market in Taretan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 206 business establishments in the area.