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Zacapala, Mexico

Puebla · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Zacapala is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,071. Elevation: 4,350 ft (1,326 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,071 Population 1,847/sq mi density
4,350 ft Elevation 1,326 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
29.3 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

Population1,071
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density1,847/mi²
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation4,350 ft (1,326 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,071
Population Density1,847 / sq mi
Elevation4,350 ft (1,326 m)
Coordinates18.5942°, -98.0658°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Zacapala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zacapala 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. Zacapala 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

Zacapala enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 361 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Zacapala has a population of 1,071 with a density of 1,847 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. 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

1,071
Total Population
1,847
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Zacapala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zacapala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zacapala 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: Zacapala 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 Zacapala, 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: Zacapala 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

Zacapala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 29.3 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 4,350 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation4,350 ft (1,326 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,847/sq mi
Coordinates18.5942°N, 98.0658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (24°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
August 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in

Zacapala has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 66°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density1,847/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zacapala

What is the population of Zacapala?

Zacapala has a population of 1,071 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1,847 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. 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 Zacapala expensive to live in?

Zacapala 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 Zacapala?

Zacapala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Zacapala?

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

How are the schools in Zacapala?

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

How healthy is Zacapala?

The obesity rate in Zacapala 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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