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Merced del Potrero

City in Oaxaca, Mexico

Overview

Merced del Potrero is a small, picturesque town in the Oaxacan mountains, known for its tranquil rural atmosphere and authentic Mexican culture. Visitors are drawn by its traditional markets, friendly people, and scenic surroundings. The town offers an immersive experience away from the bustle of tourist hotspots.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Oaxaca
Population
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
16.05°, -96.07°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
45
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$595
Local Cost
$308
Local Income
$200
Cashless
10
English
10
Temperature
21.3°C
Summer Avg
21.8°C
Winter Avg
19.9°C
Record High
34.5°C
Record Low
7.3°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
887 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
HUX
Distance
36 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
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 2025-12-09.
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 38/100.

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