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Tecalitlán, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tecalitlán is a small city in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 12,411. Elevation: 3,714 ft (1,132 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,411 Population 8,059/sq mi density
3,714 ft Elevation 1,132 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
36.2 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

Population12,411
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density8,059/mi²
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population12,411
Population Density8,059 / sq mi
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Coordinates19.4716°, -103.3071°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (920 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Tecalitlán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tecalitlán 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. Tecalitlán 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

Tecalitlán enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tecalitlán has a population of 12,411 with a density of 8,059 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. 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

12,411
Total Population
8,059
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tecalitlán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tecalitlán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tecalitlán 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: Tecalitlán 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 Tecalitlán, 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: Tecalitlán 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

Tecalitlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.2 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 3,714 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density8,059/sq mi
Coordinates19.4716°N, 103.3071°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 8.1 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 7.4 in
September 71°F (21°C) 7.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in

Tecalitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 62°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and March 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 Density8,059/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tecalitlán

What is the population of Tecalitlán?

Tecalitlán has a population of 12,411 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8,059 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. 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 Tecalitlán expensive to live in?

Tecalitlán 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 Tecalitlán?

Tecalitlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tecalitlán?

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

How are the schools in Tecalitlán?

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

How healthy is Tecalitlán?

The obesity rate in Tecalitlán 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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