Pijijiapan
City in Chiapas, Mexico
Overview
Pijijiapan is a charming town in Chiapas known for its lively markets, friendly locals, and authentic Chiapanecan cuisine. While it maintains a laid-back, rural feel, it serves as an excellent base for exploring the natural beauty and cultural traditions of southern Mexico.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Chiapas
Population
18,219
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
15.69°, -93.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$530
Local Cost
$360
Local Income
$220
Cashless
30
English
20
Temperature
27.1°C
Summer Avg
27.0°C
Winter Avg
26.6°C
Record High
40.0°C
Record Low
15.9°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
2489 mm
Internet Speed
44 Mbps
Upload
9 Mbps
Latency
38 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
7
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
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Distance
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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 20 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 48/100.