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Viejo Nicapa, Mexico

Chiapas · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Viejo Nicapa is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 592. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
592 Population
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.1 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
3.3 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 2.7% 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 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population592
Median Age29.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment2.7%
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain82.1 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population592
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates17.4245°, -93.2107°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation82.1 inches (2,085 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age29.3 years

Is Viejo Nicapa a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viejo Nicapa is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

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

Safety & Crime

Viejo Nicapa 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

Viejo Nicapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 82.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Viejo Nicapa has a population of 592. 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

592
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Viejo Nicapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Viejo Nicapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viejo Nicapa 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 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: Viejo Nicapa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

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 Viejo Nicapa, 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: Viejo Nicapa 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

Viejo Nicapa 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, Viejo Nicapa receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Viejo Nicapa 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
Viejo Nicapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 82.1 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 1,040 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall82.1 inches
116% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates17.4245°N, 93.2107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 10.8 in
February 71°F (22°C) 8.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in
July 81°F (27°C) 13.5 in
August 78°F (26°C) 15.9 in
September 78°F (25°C) 20.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 20.4 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 13.4 in
December 71°F (21°C) 11.3 in Coldest

Viejo Nicapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 71°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 143.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.4") and April the driest (4.9").

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 Viejo Nicapa

What is the population of Viejo Nicapa?

Viejo Nicapa has a population of 592 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 Viejo Nicapa expensive to live in?

Viejo Nicapa 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 Viejo Nicapa safe?

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

What is the weather like in Viejo Nicapa?

Viejo Nicapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Viejo Nicapa?

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

How much does housing cost in Viejo Nicapa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in Viejo Nicapa?

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

How healthy is Viejo Nicapa?

The obesity rate in Viejo Nicapa 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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