What are the schools like in Mexico, IN?

School district data for Mexico is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Mexico?

The median household income in Mexico, IN is $78,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.

What is the weather like in Mexico, IN?

Mexico has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.9 inches.

Mexico, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Mexico, IN affordable or expensive?

Mexico's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mexico is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $100,400 and the median rent is $625 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Mexico, IN?

Crime rate data for Mexico is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Mexico, IN a Good Place to Live?

Mexico is a small town of 1,128 in Indiana, with a median household income of $78,125 and a 1.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Mexico stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Mexico is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mexico city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.1

Mexico's overall cost of living index is 89.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mexico costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mexico, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$100,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$625	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Mexico is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Mexico, IN	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mexico sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 41.1 inches of annual precipitation and 20.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mexico, IN
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	41.1"
Annual Snowfall	20.9"

Demographics

Metric	Mexico, IN	National Avg
Population	1,128	—
Median Age	44.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	10.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Denver, IN 4 mi Peru, IN 4 mi Chili, IN 5 mi Twelve Mile, IN 7 mi Onward, IN 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Mexico

Mexico, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46958

Mexico vs Other Cities

Mexico, IN vs Denver, IN Mexico, IN vs Peru, IN Mexico, IN vs Chili, IN Mexico, IN vs Twelve Mile, IN Mexico, IN vs Onward, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mexico, IN affordable or expensive?

Mexico's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mexico roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $100,400 and median rent is $625/month.

What is the crime rate in Mexico, IN?

Crime data for Mexico is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Mexico?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Mexico, IN a good place to live?

Mexico, IN has a population of 1,128, a median household income of $78,125, and an unemployment rate of 1.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Mexico?

Mexico averages 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.1 inches with about 20.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mexico?

Mexico, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46958.

What is the population of Mexico?

The population of Mexico, Indiana is 1,128 with a median age of 44.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mexico?

Key numbers for living in Mexico: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $100,400, median household income $78,125. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mexico side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.