Chiapilla
City in Chiapas, Mexico
Overview
Chiapilla is a small town in the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico, known for its tranquil atmosphere and traditional way of life. Life here is centered around its main plaza and small family-run markets, offering an authentic slice of rural Mexico.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Chiapas
Population
6,156
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
16.55°, -92.73°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$558
Local Cost
$308
Local Income
$210
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
19.0°C
Summer Avg
19.8°C
Winter Avg
16.9°C
Record High
35.3°C
Record Low
3.8°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1372 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TGZ
Distance
32 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.
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 65/100.