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Tomatlán, Mexico

Jalisco · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tomatlán is a small city in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 9,026. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,026 Population 5,861/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
32.1 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

Population9,026
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density5,861/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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population9,026
Population Density5,861 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates19.9366°, -105.2501°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (816 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Tomatlán a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tomatlán 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. Tomatlán 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

Tomatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tomatlán has a population of 9,026 with a density of 5,861 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

9,026
Total Population
5,861
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

Tomatlán vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tomatlán vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tomatlán 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: Tomatlán 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 Tomatlán, 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: Tomatlán 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

Tomatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 32.1 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 154 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density5,861/sq mi
Coordinates19.9366°N, 105.2501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 82°F (28°C) 3.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
November 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in

Tomatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 72°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.5") 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 Density5,861/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tomatlán

What is the population of Tomatlán?

Tomatlán has a population of 9,026 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5,861 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 Tomatlán expensive to live in?

Tomatlán 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 Tomatlán?

Tomatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tomatlán?

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

How are the schools in Tomatlán?

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

How healthy is Tomatlán?

The obesity rate in Tomatlán 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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