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Tulancingo, Mexico

Hidalgo · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Tulancingo is a large city in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 102,406. Elevation: 7,175 ft (2,187 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
102,406 Population
7,175 ft Elevation 2,187 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.4 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 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population102,406
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation7,175 ft (2,187 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population102,406
Elevation7,175 ft (2,187 m)
Coordinates20.0836°, -98.3629°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is Tulancingo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tulancingo 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. Tulancingo 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 1.4%. 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

Tulancingo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Tulancingo has a population of 102,406. 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

102,406
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tulancingo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tulancingo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tulancingo is N/A. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (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: Tulancingo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% 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 Tulancingo, 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: Tulancingo 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

Tulancingo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 32.4 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 7,175 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,175 ft (2,187 m)
Coordinates20.0836°N, 98.3629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in Driest

Tulancingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 50°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and December the driest (0.4").

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 Tulancingo

What is the population of Tulancingo?

Tulancingo has a population of 102,406 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 Tulancingo expensive to live in?

Tulancingo 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 Tulancingo?

Tulancingo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Tulancingo?

The job market in Tulancingo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tulancingo?

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

How healthy is Tulancingo?

The obesity rate in Tulancingo 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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