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Tlalcosahua, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tlalcosahua is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 676. Elevation: 5,906 ft (1,800 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
676 Population
5,906 ft Elevation 1,800 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
25.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population676
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent25/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder24.9/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%
Heart Disease16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation5,906 ft (1,800 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population676
Elevation5,906 ft (1,800 m)
Coordinates22.2732°, -103.1693°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (635 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Tlalcosahua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tlalcosahua receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tlalcosahua has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tlalcosahua is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Tlalcosahua is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Tlalcosahua enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tlalcosahua has a population of 676. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older 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

676
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tlalcosahua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tlalcosahua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tlalcosahua is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (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: Tlalcosahua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% 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

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%

Property Tax

In Tlalcosahua, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 16.3% of residents, above the national average. 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). 5.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Tlalcosahua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease16.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
COPD15.5%
Kidney Disease22.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%
Mental Distress5.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Premature Death163/100K

Food & Exercise

Tlalcosahua has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 24.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Tlalcosahua receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Tlalcosahua vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent24.9/100K
93% below US avg
Murder24.9/100K
295% above US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Tlalcosahua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 25.0 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 5,906 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,906 ft (1,800 m)
Coordinates22.2732°N, 103.1693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 6.6 in Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 5.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Tlalcosahua has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 55°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tlalcosahua

What is the population of Tlalcosahua?

Tlalcosahua has a population of 676 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Tlalcosahua expensive to live in?

Tlalcosahua is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Tlalcosahua safe?

Tlalcosahua is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Tlalcosahua receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tlalcosahua?

Tlalcosahua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tlalcosahua?

The job market in Tlalcosahua is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Tlalcosahua?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Tlalcosahua?

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

How healthy is Tlalcosahua?

The obesity rate in Tlalcosahua 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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