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Tonalá, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tonalá is a mid-size city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 35,322. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,322 Population
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
59.3 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

Population35,322
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population35,322
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates16.0901°, -93.7546°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation59.3 inches (1,506 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Tonalá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tonalá 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. Tonalá 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

Tonalá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tonalá has a population of 35,322. 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

35,322
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tonalá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tonalá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tonalá 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: Tonalá 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 Tonalá, 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: Tonalá 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

Tonalá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches (wetter 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 164 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.6°F
51% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates16.0901°N, 93.7546°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 11.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 11.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.0 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest

Tonalá has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.0") and December 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tonalá

What is the population of Tonalá?

Tonalá has a population of 35,322 residents and is located in Mexico.. 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 Tonalá expensive to live in?

Tonalá 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 Tonalá?

Tonalá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tonalá?

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

How are the schools in Tonalá?

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

How healthy is Tonalá?

The obesity rate in Tonalá 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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