El Centenario
City in Baja California Sur, Mexico
Overview
El Centenario is a small coastal community near La Paz, Baja California Sur, known for its tranquil lifestyle, scenic desert landscapes, and expat-friendly vibe. Its proximity to the Sea of Cortez makes it popular for outdoor activities, while retaining an authentic local charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Baja California Sur
Population
6,221
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
24.10°, -110.41°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$1,170
Local Cost
$730
Local Income
$500
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
23.9°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
19.6°C
Record High
39.6°C
Record Low
7.8°C
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
241 mm
Internet Speed
82 Mbps
Upload
77 Mbps
Latency
19 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
LAP
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 30 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.