Mammoth Lakes, CA
Full City Profile · California · Mono County County
Mammoth Lakes, CA
At a Glance
How Mammoth Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mammoth Lakes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mammoth Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mammoth Lakes residents earn a median household income of $87,121 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,390. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 724 business establishments, including 162 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mammoth Lakes is $657,000 , 133% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $817,825. Median rent is $1,637/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Mammoth Lakes reports 516 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,199/100K.
Education
26.9% of adults in Mammoth Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mammoth Lakes has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.