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Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,447. Elevation: 8,130 ft (2,478 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,447 Population 19/sq mi density
8,130 ft Elevation 2,478 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,447
Density19/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation8,130 ft (2,478 m)
Population2,447
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation8,130 ft (2,478 m)
Coordinates17.0325°, -97.5706°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (951 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,447. The city sits at an elevation of 8,130 feet (2,478 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 78 business establishments.

Income: Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)78

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,130 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,130 ft (2,478 m)
Area132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates17.0325°N, 97.5706°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
1% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,890 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 128 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 92 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 113 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 84 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 129 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 104 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 126 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 74 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 108 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 95 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 106 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 83 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 135 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 85 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 120 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 75 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 103 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 113 km
2024 John Category 3 150 km
2023 Otis Category 5 240 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 177 km
2017 Max Category 1 146 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 69 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 251 km
2010 Karl Category 3 223 km
1998 Lester Category 2 282 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 105 km
1997 Rick Category 2 132 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 153 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 115 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 113 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 93 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 92 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 125 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 129 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 62°F (17°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 7.1 in
August 61°F (16°C) 6.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 6.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
December 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 56°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

Institution Type Founded Website
Universidad de Chalcatongo University

Libraries in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Lazo

Clinics in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #13683102633

Bus Stations in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal Chalcatongo

Airports Near Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo

What is the population of Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo?

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo has a population of 2,447 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo?

Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

How is the job market in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo?

The job market in Villa Chalcatongo de Hidalgo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 78 business establishments in the area.

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