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Bacalar
City in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Overview
Bacalar, set on the stunning Lagoon of Seven Colors in Quintana Roo, is famed for its turquoise waters, lush cenotes, and relaxed Caribbean atmosphere. The city's laid-back vibe and rich history draw visitors seeking tranquility and unique natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Quintana Roo
Population
12,527
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
18.68°, -88.39°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
58
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$1,397
Local Cost
$775
Local Income
$350
Cashless
35
English
30
Temperature
26.8°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
24.8°C
Record High
37.4°C
Record Low
14.9°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1392 mm
Internet Speed
62 Mbps
Upload
52 Mbps
Latency
42 ms
City Vibrancy
28
Coworking
0
Cafes
16
Nightlife
11
Parks
1
Transport
9
Walk Score
9
Footways
17.0
Airport
CTM
Distance
20 km
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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 53 tests. 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.
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