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Taxco el Viejo, Mexico

Guerrero · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Taxco el Viejo is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,172. Elevation: 4,186 ft (1,276 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,172 Population
4,186 ft Elevation 1,276 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
32.9 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

Population3,172
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation4,186 ft (1,276 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population3,172
Elevation4,186 ft (1,276 m)
Coordinates18.4834°, -99.5842°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Taxco el Viejo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taxco el Viejo 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. Taxco el Viejo 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

Taxco el Viejo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 358 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Taxco el Viejo has a population of 3,172. 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

3,172
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Taxco el Viejo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taxco el Viejo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taxco el Viejo 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: Taxco el Viejo 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 Taxco el Viejo, 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: Taxco el Viejo 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

Taxco el Viejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 32.9 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 4,186 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,186 ft (1,276 m)
Coordinates18.4834°N, 99.5842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
May 80°F (26°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 9.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 9.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 9.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Taxco el Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 60°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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 Taxco el Viejo

What is the population of Taxco el Viejo?

Taxco el Viejo has a population of 3,172 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 Taxco el Viejo expensive to live in?

Taxco el Viejo 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 Taxco el Viejo?

Taxco el Viejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Taxco el Viejo?

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

How are the schools in Taxco el Viejo?

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

How healthy is Taxco el Viejo?

The obesity rate in Taxco el Viejo 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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