Baja California’s governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, continues to stand out on the national stage. According to the latest survey by Massive Caller, she is among Mexico’s 10 best-rated governors, securing the seventh spot with a 60.1% approval rating.
This is not the first time Ávila Olmeda has been recognized for her strong public approval. Other surveys, including those by Mitofsky, consistently place her among the most well-regarded political figures in the country. Her hands-on leadership and focus on humanitarian projects benefiting vulnerable communities have been key factors in her popularity.
Key achievements in Baja California
Ávila Olmeda’s high ratings reflect tangible progress in the state, with major initiatives across various sectors:
Education: A partnership with Google for Education has introduced AI-driven learning tools to over 160,000 secondary school students, positioning Baja California at the forefront of digital education.
Security: In collaboration with Public Security Secretary Laureano Carrillo Rodríguez, her administration has launched an ambitious security strategy that addresses crime at its roots. This includes increasing patrols, acquiring drones and GPS systems, expanding police presence in high-priority areas like San Quintín and San Felipe, and strengthening cooperation with Baja California Sur and Sonora. A new anti-extortion unit has also been introduced.
Tourism and Economy: A historic investment of 11.4 billion pesos has been allocated to expand Tijuana and Mexicali airports as part of the 2025-2029 Master Development Plan by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP). This project is expected to drive economic growth and create job opportunities in the region.
Healthcare: The state government has tightened oversight of medical and aesthetic service providers, ensuring that clinics meet high safety and quality standards.
These achievements, along with her commitment to improving quality of life under her party’s principles—“putting the poor first for the good of all”—have solidified Ávila Olmeda’s standing as one of Mexico’s most approved governors.
Who are the top-rated governors?
Other state leaders in the top 10 approval rankings include:
- Tere Jiménez (Aguascalientes)
- Mauricio Kuri González (Querétaro)
- María Eugenia Campos Galván (Chihuahua)
- Samuel Alejandro García Sepúlveda (Nuevo León)
- Eduardo Ramírez (Chiapas)
- Manolo Jiménez (Coahuila)
- Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda (Baja California)
- Esteban Villegas (Durango)
- Pablo Lemus (Jalisco)
- Mara Lezama (Quintana Roo)
The survey was conducted using an automated call system, randomly selecting households to ensure a representative sample. The poll reported a 0% non-response rate and a 95% rejection rate.
