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Tepic, Mexico

Nayarit · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tepic is a large city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 332,863. Elevation: 3,117 ft (950 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
332,863 Population 435/sq mi density
3,117 ft Elevation 950 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan 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

Population332,863
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density435/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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population332,863
Population Density435 / sq mi
Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)
Coordinates21.5073°, -104.8933°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,013 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Tepic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tepic 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. Tepic 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

Tepic enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tepic has a population of 332,863 with a density of 435 people per square mile, spread across 765.8 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

332,863
Total Population
435
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
765.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tepic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tepic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tepic 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: Tepic 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 Tepic, 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: Tepic 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

Tepic enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 39.9 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 3,117 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)
Area765.8 sq mi (1,983.3 km²)
Population Density435/sq mi
Coordinates21.5073°N, 104.8933°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 13.6 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 13.3 in
September 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in

Tepic has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 60°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.6") 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 Density435/sq mi
Total Area765.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tepic

What is the population of Tepic?

Tepic has a population of 332,863 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 435 people per square mile, spread across 765.8 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 Tepic expensive to live in?

Tepic 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 Tepic?

Tepic enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tepic?

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

How are the schools in Tepic?

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

How healthy is Tepic?

The obesity rate in Tepic 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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