Temax facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Temax
Municipal Seat
Main church of Temax.
Temax Location in Yucatán (state)
Country	Mexico
State	Yucatán
Municipality	Temax
Elevation	7 m (23 ft)
Population  (2010)
• Total	6,239
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central Standard Time)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time)
Postal code (of seat)	92479
Area code(s)	991
INEGI code	310840001
Demonym	Temaxeño

Temax is a charming town located in the Yucatán state of Mexico. It serves as the main town, also known as the municipal seat, for the Temax Municipality. This means it's the central place where the local government operates and where many people live and work.

As of 2010, about 6,239 people called Temax home. The town is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, typical of the Yucatán region.

Understanding Temax's Population Changes

Learning about how many people live in a place over time helps us understand its history. This is called demographics. Temax has seen its population grow and change over many years.

How Temax's Population Has Grown

• 1900: About 1,800 people lived in Temax.
• 1910: The population grew slightly to 1,881.
• 1921: A bigger jump, reaching 2,690 residents.
• 1930: The town continued to grow, with 2,902 people.
• 1940: More growth, reaching 3,312 residents.
• 1950: The population increased to 3,804.
• 1960: Temax saw a significant increase to 4,752 people.
• 1970: The population was 4,915.
• 1980: There was a small decrease to 4,606 residents.
• 1990: The population bounced back strongly to 6,000.
• 1995: A slight increase to 6,033.
• 2000: The number of residents was 5,765.
• 2005: The population grew again to 6,130.
• 2010: The most recent count showed 6,239 people.

These numbers show that Temax has generally grown over the last century. This growth reflects the town's development and its importance in the region.

See Also

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• In Spanish: Temax para niños