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Zacapoaxtla, Mexico

Puebla · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Zacapoaxtla is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 8,384. Elevation: 5,991 ft (1,826 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,384 Population 7,228/sq mi density
5,991 ft Elevation 1,826 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
83.1 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

Population8,384
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density7,228/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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation5,991 ft (1,826 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population8,384
Population Density7,228 / sq mi
Elevation5,991 ft (1,826 m)
Coordinates19.8727°, -97.5890°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Zacapoaxtla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zacapoaxtla 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. Zacapoaxtla 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

Zacapoaxtla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Zacapoaxtla has a population of 8,384 with a density of 7,228 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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

8,384
Total Population
7,228
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Zacapoaxtla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zacapoaxtla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zacapoaxtla 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: Zacapoaxtla 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 Zacapoaxtla, 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: Zacapoaxtla 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

Zacapoaxtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 83.1 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 5,991 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.1 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation5,991 ft (1,826 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density7,228/sq mi
Coordinates19.8727°N, 97.5890°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
February 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
May 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 8.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 7.8 in
September 65°F (18°C) 10.7 in Wettest
October 62°F (17°C) 6.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
December 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in

Zacapoaxtla has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 57°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.7") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density7,228/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zacapoaxtla

What is the population of Zacapoaxtla?

Zacapoaxtla has a population of 8,384 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7,228 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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 Zacapoaxtla expensive to live in?

Zacapoaxtla 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 Zacapoaxtla?

Zacapoaxtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Zacapoaxtla?

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

How are the schools in Zacapoaxtla?

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

How healthy is Zacapoaxtla?

The obesity rate in Zacapoaxtla 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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