Zarzal
City in Oaxaca, Mexico
Overview
Zarzal is a small, authentic town in the Oaxacan countryside, known for its welcoming community, traditional markets, and scenic landscapes. Travelers enjoy its relaxed pace and easy access to local culture and rural life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Oaxaca
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
17.01°, -95.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$600
Local Cost
$375
Local Income
$220
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
24.0°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
20.7°C
Record High
41.3°C
Record Low
8.1°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1518 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 2025-12-09.
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 52/100.