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Uruapan, Mexico

Baja California · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Uruapan is a small town in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 521. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
521 Population
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
11.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana 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, 1.3% 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 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population521
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment1.3%
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population521
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates31.6231°, -116.4398°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation11.3 inches (288 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is Uruapan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uruapan 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. Uruapan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uruapan is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 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

Uruapan 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

Uruapan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Uruapan has a population of 521. 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

521
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Uruapan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uruapan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uruapan 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 1.3% (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: Uruapan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% 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 Uruapan, 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: Uruapan 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

Uruapan 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, Uruapan receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Uruapan 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
Uruapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.3 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 705 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates31.6231°N, 116.4398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Wettest
March 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in

Uruapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 54°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.2") and June 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 Uruapan

What is the population of Uruapan?

Uruapan has a population of 521 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 Uruapan expensive to live in?

Uruapan 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 Uruapan safe?

Uruapan 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, Uruapan receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Uruapan?

Uruapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Uruapan?

The job market in Uruapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Uruapan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Uruapan?

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

How healthy is Uruapan?

The obesity rate in Uruapan 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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