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Zacatelco, Mexico

Tlaxcala · 🇲🇽 Mexico

Zacatelco is a mid-size city in Tlaxcala, Mexico with a population of 42,150. Elevation: 7,293 ft (2,223 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,150 Population 8,075/sq mi density
7,293 ft Elevation 2,223 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.6 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

Population42,150
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density8,075/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation7,293 ft (2,223 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population42,150
Population Density8,075 / sq mi
Elevation7,293 ft (2,223 m)
Coordinates19.2158°, -98.2397°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTlaxcala
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.3 years

Is Zacatelco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zacatelco 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. Zacatelco 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

Zacatelco enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 362 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Zacatelco has a population of 42,150 with a density of 8,075 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 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

42,150
Total Population
8,075
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Zacatelco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zacatelco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zacatelco 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: Zacatelco 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 Zacatelco, 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: Zacatelco 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

Zacatelco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 25.6 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 7,293 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation7,293 ft (2,223 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density8,075/sq mi
Coordinates19.2158°N, 98.2397°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 56°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 5.7 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 5.5 in
August 61°F (16°C) 5.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest

Zacatelco has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 55°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and December 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 Density8,075/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zacatelco

What is the population of Zacatelco?

Zacatelco has a population of 42,150 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8,075 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 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 Zacatelco expensive to live in?

Zacatelco 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 Zacatelco?

Zacatelco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Zacatelco?

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

How are the schools in Zacatelco?

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

How healthy is Zacatelco?

The obesity rate in Zacatelco 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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