Median Income
$74,385
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$266,900
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,015
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How La Mesilla Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,531
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density569/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Economy
A+
Median Income$74,385
Per Capita$39,805
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$266,900
Rent$1,015
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,755 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute32 min
Libraries2
Is La Mesilla a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Mesilla receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. La Mesilla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in La Mesilla is $74,385, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
La Mesilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
La Mesilla has a population of 2,531 with a density of 569 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.7%), with 7.2% Hispanic.
Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
La Mesilla vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 65.4% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Spanish | 34.6% |
| 158% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
La Mesilla vs U.S. Average
The median household income in La Mesilla is $74,385, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: La Mesilla vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,385 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,805 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,191 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $130,620 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 606 |
| County GDP | $3,815M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,973 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.0% |
The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,015 (13% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $266,900 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $620,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $620,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $291 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,015 |
| 13% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,973 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In La Mesilla, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Mesilla vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 3,583/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: La Mesilla vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
La Mesilla has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,755 ft (1,754 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 569/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9419°N, 106.0641°W |
| County FIPS | 35028 |