Tzintzuntzan
City in Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico
Overview
Tzintzuntzan is a charming lakeside town in Michoacán, renowned for its ancient Purépecha ruins and lively pottery tradition. With a picturesque setting along Lake Pátzcuaro and preserved colonial heritage, it offers a peaceful yet culturally rich escape.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Michoacán de Ocampo
Population
14,432
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
19.61°, -101.55°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
44
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
52
Food Safety
48
Monthly Cost
$761
Local Cost
$443
Local Income
$260
Cashless
18
English
18
Temperature
18.3°C
Summer Avg
19.6°C
Winter Avg
15.6°C
Record High
36.3°C
Record Low
1.4°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
757 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-06.
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 64/100.