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Tepalcatepec, Mexico

Michoacán · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tepalcatepec is a small city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 15,221. Elevation: 1,257 ft (383 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,221 Population 5,637/sq mi density
1,257 ft Elevation 383 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
30.0 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

Population15,221
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density5,637/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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population15,221
Population Density5,637 / sq mi
Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Coordinates19.1873°, -102.8470°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (761 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Tepalcatepec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tepalcatepec 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. Tepalcatepec 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

Tepalcatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tepalcatepec has a population of 15,221 with a density of 5,637 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 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

15,221
Total Population
5,637
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tepalcatepec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tepalcatepec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tepalcatepec 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: Tepalcatepec 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 Tepalcatepec, 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: Tepalcatepec 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

Tepalcatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 1,257 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density5,637/sq mi
Coordinates19.1873°N, 102.8470°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 5.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
November 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in

Tepalcatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 74°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and April the driest (0.0").

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 Density5,637/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tepalcatepec

What is the population of Tepalcatepec?

Tepalcatepec has a population of 15,221 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5,637 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 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 Tepalcatepec expensive to live in?

Tepalcatepec 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 Tepalcatepec?

Tepalcatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tepalcatepec?

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

How are the schools in Tepalcatepec?

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

How healthy is Tepalcatepec?

The obesity rate in Tepalcatepec 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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