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Yerba Santa, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Yerba Santa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 706. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 706 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3511°, -94.3541° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,121 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yerba Santa
Yerba Santa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 706. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Yerba Santa vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 23 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 74.9 sq mi (193.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3511°N, 94.3541°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS | Meteorological | 50.0 m | 19 | 145 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Yerba Santa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 79°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Yerba Santa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juarez Garcia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juárezgarcía | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal |
Airports Near Yerba Santa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tonala Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Yerba Santa?
Yerba Santa has a population of 706 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 74.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yerba Santa?
Yerba Santa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.
How is the job market in Yerba Santa?
The job market in Yerba Santa is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.