What are the schools like in Mexico, PA?

Mexico is served primarily by Juniata County SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Mexico?

The median household income in Mexico, PA is $65,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.9%.

What is the weather like in Mexico, PA?

Mexico has an average high temperature of 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Mexico, PA affordable or expensive?

Mexico's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mexico is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $152,200 and the median rent is $1,128 per month.

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

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

Is Mexico, PA a Good Place to Live?

Mexico is a small town of 492 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $65,625 and a 7.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Mexico stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. 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: 96.2

Mexico's overall cost of living index is 96.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mexico costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mexico, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$152,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,128	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,625	$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

Mexico is served primarily by Juniata County SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mexico, PA	National Avg
School District	Juniata County SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mexico sees average highs of 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July, with 42.1 inches of annual precipitation and 26.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mexico, PA
Average High — January	37.0°F
Average High — July	85.3°F
Annual Precipitation	42.1"
Annual Snowfall	26.2"

Demographics

Metric	Mexico, PA	National Avg
Population	492	—
Median Age	33.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	23.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	15.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Port Royal, PA 2 mi Mifflintown, PA 3 mi Mifflin, PA 3 mi Thompsontown, PA 7 mi East Salem, PA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Mexico

Mexico, PA is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

17059 17056

Mexico vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mexico, PA affordable or expensive?

Mexico's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mexico roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $152,200 and median rent is $1,128/month.

What is the crime rate in Mexico, PA?

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?

Public schools in Mexico are operated by Juniata County SD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 17.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mexico, PA a good place to live?

Mexico, PA has a population of 492, a median household income of $65,625, and an unemployment rate of 7.9%. 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 37.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.1 inches with about 26.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mexico?

Mexico, PA is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 17059, 17056.

What is the population of Mexico?

The population of Mexico, Pennsylvania is 492 with a median age of 33.0. 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 96 (100 = US average), median home $152,200, median household income $65,625, schools rated B. 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.