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Villa Talea de Castro, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Villa Talea de Castro is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,673. Elevation: 5,187 ft (1,581 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,673 Population
5,187 ft Elevation 1,581 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
108.6 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

Population1,673
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain108.6 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation5,187 ft (1,581 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,673
Elevation5,187 ft (1,581 m)
Coordinates17.3599°, -96.2497°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation108.6 inches (2,758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Villa Talea de Castro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Villa Talea de Castro 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. Villa Talea de Castro 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

Villa Talea de Castro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 108.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Villa Talea de Castro has a population of 1,673. 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

1,673
Total Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Villa Talea de Castro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Villa Talea de Castro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Villa Talea de Castro 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: Villa Talea de Castro 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 Villa Talea de Castro, 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: Villa Talea de Castro 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

Villa Talea de Castro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 108.6 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 5,187 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall108.6 inches
186% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,187 ft (1,581 m)
Coordinates17.3599°N, 96.2497°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
March 71°F (21°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
June 74°F (23°C) 13.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 16.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 14.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 15.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 8.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 5.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Coldest

Villa Talea de Castro has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 65°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 89.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.1") and March the driest (1.9").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Villa Talea de Castro

What is the population of Villa Talea de Castro?

Villa Talea de Castro has a population of 1,673 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 Villa Talea de Castro expensive to live in?

Villa Talea de Castro 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 Villa Talea de Castro?

Villa Talea de Castro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Villa Talea de Castro?

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

How are the schools in Villa Talea de Castro?

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

How healthy is Villa Talea de Castro?

The obesity rate in Villa Talea de Castro 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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