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Mecca, CA

California · Riverside County · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro

Mecca is a small city in California with a population of 7,071. Residents earn $45,011 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
7,071 Population 1,022/sq mi density
$45,011 Median Income $19,529 per capita
$222,000 Home Value $333,754 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 25.2% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
380 Violent Crime/100K 2,640 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,011 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$222,000 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
380 violent crimes/100K (0% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,011
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,000
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 380/100K
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

How Mecca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,071
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density1,022/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans0.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,011
Per Capita$19,529
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$222,000
Rent$900
Ownership53.0%
Zillow$333,754
Housing Units2,537
Rent Burden25.2%

Crime

F
Violent380/100K
Property2,640/100K

Health

Obesity44.3%
Uninsured32.3%
Smoking16.6%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain3.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation-149 ft (-45 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+36.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries60

Is Mecca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mecca receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mecca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mecca is $45,011, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mecca is $222,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 380 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,640 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mecca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mecca has a population of 7,071 with a density of 1,022 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (6.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 14.2% of residents, while 85.8% speak Spanish. 0.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,071
Total Population
1,022
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Mecca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 14.2%
82% below US avg
Spanish 85.8%
540% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mecca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mecca is $45,011, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,529 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,149, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 86,446 business establishments, including 4,533 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mecca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,011
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,529
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983
Gini Index0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)86,446
County GDP$134,757M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,533
Healthcare5,585
Retail5,636
Manufacturing1,632

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mecca is $222,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,754, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 53.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,537 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. The average annual property tax is $6,854 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,000
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,754

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.0%
Owner-Occupied53.0%
Renter-Occupied47.0%
Housing Units2,537
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Mecca, 44.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.6% of residents, above the national average. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 13.1% report binge drinking. 44.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.8% report depression. 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 32.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164. The dentist ratio is 1:1,734. 89.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mecca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer4.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity44.6%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress21.5%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured32.3%
276% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,164
Dentists1:1,734
Mental Health1:353
Checkup Rate66.8%
Dental Visits38.1%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Mecca has a violent crime rate of 380 per 100,000 residents, 0% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,640 per 100,000, 35% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 341 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 910 federally declared disasters. Overall, Mecca receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mecca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent380.5/100K
0% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,640.2/100K
35% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mecca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 3.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of -149 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-149 ft (-45 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Coordinates33.5766°N, 116.0647°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyRiverside County County
Nearest AirportJacqueline Cochran Regional (TRM)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.1"
92% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.67"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0519 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.24 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.26 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery High
Risk Score99.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability33.3 / 100
Community Resilience13.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very High
Wildfire Very High
Flood Very High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively High
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

14,350 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Jun 28, 1992 The 1992 Landers, California Earthquake M7.3 77 km
Oct 16, 1999 The 1999 Hector Mine, California Earthquake M7.1 116 km
Jun 28, 1992 The 1992 Big Bear, California Earthquake M6.3 99 km
Apr 23, 1992 The 1992 Joshua Tree, California Earthquake M6.1 49 km
Dec 30, 2009 12km N of Delta, B.C., MX M5.8 148 km
Oct 16, 1999 13km WSW of Ludlow, CA M5.8 124 km
Jun 28, 1992 3km NE of Yucca Valley, California M5.8 69 km
Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 98 km
Jun 28, 1992 2km SSW of Joshua Tree, California M5.7 65 km
Jun 29, 1992 3km ESE of Yucca Valley, California M5.7 67 km
Oct 16, 1999 7km ENE of Running Springs, CA M5.6 116 km
Jun 28, 1992 11km SSE of Big Bear Lake, California M5.5 98 km
Jun 28, 1992 0km E of Yucca Valley, CA M5.5 69 km
Jul 7, 2010 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.4 42 km
Jul 5, 1992 21km SW of Ludlow, California M5.4 114 km
Aug 26, 2012 4km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.4 79 km
Jun 28, 1992 26km NNW of Yucca Valley, CA M5.4 94 km
Oct 16, 1999 32km SSW of Ludlow, California M5.4 98 km
Jul 1, 1992 24km N of Yucca Valley, California M5.3 92 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.3 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

27 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 12 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 9, 1978 EF3 28 km 0
Sep 7, 1982 EF2 78 km 0
Aug 6, 2015 EF1 4 km 0
Aug 4, 2008 EF1 99 km 0
Dec 22, 1996 EF1 76 km 0
Aug 29, 1993 EF1 93 km 0
Oct 22, 1974 EF1 73 km 0
Jul 20, 1974 EF1 84 km 0
Aug 16, 2018 EF0 58 km 0
Oct 17, 2015 EF0 100 km 0
Jul 19, 2015 EF0 86 km 0
Apr 21, 2015 EF0 66 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF0 96 km 0
Jul 23, 2005 EF0 84 km 0
Jan 9, 2005 EF0 85 km 0
Aug 14, 2004 EF0 92 km 0
Jul 7, 2001 EF0 66 km 0
Jul 12, 1999 EF0 67 km 0
May 13, 1998 EF0 99 km 0
Sep 24, 1997 EF0 96 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1862 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 59 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CEDAR (268,362 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 CEDAR 268,362 96 km
2007 WITCH 167,551 86 km
2006 MILLARD 86,585 79 km
2002 PINES 65,407 67 km
2003 PARADISE 55,995 89 km
2007 POOMACHA 47,496 85 km
2006 ESPERANZA 40,566 82 km
2020 APPLE 32,374 90 km
2015 LAKE 30,421 90 km
2022 FAIRVIEW 28,680 75 km
2013 MOUNTAIN 28,202 56 km
1998 EDNA 27,561 93 km
1993 CALIFORNIA 23,899 89 km
2020 EL DORADO 22,300 100 km
1995 VERBENIA 21,601 74 km
1994 PALM 21,040 43 km
2013 SILVER 20,863 76 km
2003 COYOTE 19,215 52 km
1993 GUEJITO 17,141 97 km
1989 VAIL 15,632 84 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Wettest
February 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
July 93°F (34°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.3 in
September 85°F (30°C) 0.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Mecca has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 55°F in December to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and May the driest (0.0").

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Mecca is located in Riverside County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.3% of the vote, a 1.3-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 60 public libraries serving the community. 5,585 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations910
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+36.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.58
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi
CountyRiverside County County

Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Avg Download Speed128.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed22.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%
Average costs for common services in Mecca. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,752
Toddler$1,031
Preschool$817
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,001
Toddler$933
Preschool$883
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Riverside County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 132,092 43,350 $53,956 1.10
Retail Trade 94,170 5,504 $44,156 1.12
Accommodation & Food Services 90,357 4,600 $32,150 1.18
Construction 74,216 6,191 $73,089 1.68
Transportation & Warehousing 73,962 2,296 $62,875 2.08
Administrative & Waste Services 50,769 3,024 $45,983 1.03
Manufacturing 44,356 1,840 $67,880 0.64
Wholesale Trade 26,720 2,049 $82,261 0.81
Other Services 23,865 4,138 $46,739 0.94
Professional & Technical Services 22,950 4,857 $77,703 0.39
Arts & Entertainment 14,592 802 $38,879 1.03
Real Estate 11,505 2,752 $64,092 0.88
Agriculture & Forestry 11,088 487 $40,801 1.63
Educational Services 10,044 612 $49,827 0.58
Finance & Insurance 9,650 1,769 $87,620 0.28
Information & Technology 5,656 446 $75,091 0.36
Management of Companies 3,123 120 $102,454 0.22
Utilities 1,610 80 $142,929 0.50
Mining & Oil/Gas 459 28 $101,021 0.14
Unclassified 29 129 $94,611 0.02

Schools in Mecca

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saul Martinez Elementary Elementary 975 41 23.8:1
Mecca Elementary Elementary 707 33 21.4:1
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Radio Stations near Mecca

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.7 The Oasis jazz MP3 128 kbps
KGAY 106.5 Radio Palm Springs, Pride of the Valley dance, electronic AAC+ 64 kbps
KUNA La Ponderosa 96.7 Palm Springs regional mexicano AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mecca

9 campgrounds found near Mecca.

National Parks Near Mecca

12 national parks and monuments found near Mecca.

ParkTypeFee
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park State Park Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (Limited Use) Free
Joshua Tree National Park National Park $30
Mount San Jacinto State Park State Park Free
Palm Ridge Park Free
Palomar Mountain State Park State Park Free
Silverwing Park Free
Vista Pacifica Park Free

Trails Near Mecca

6 trails found near Mecca.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PALM CANYON 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
CACTUS SPRINGS 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
LIVE OAK SPRINGS 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINYON 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SAWMILL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
CACTUS SPRINGS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Mecca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COACHELLA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION82616 MILES AVENUE7603426651$91,652
SEA & DESERT INTERPRETIVE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM7603933810$62,755
FIRST COMPOSITE GROUP ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM7602479252$33,469
CABAZON CULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7603422593
COACHELLA VALLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7603426651
COACHELLA VALLEY MUSEUM AND CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM7603426651
LA QUINTA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 12837605641283
SALTON SEA HISTORY MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM99155 SEA VIEW DRIVE7605745471

Farmers Markets in Mecca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Empire Polo Club81800 Avenue 51
Old Town La Quinta Certified Farmers Market78100 Main Street10/02/2016 to 05/28/2017Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Mecca

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Milano
Plaza Garibaldi Taqueria

Cafes in Mecca

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Clinics in Mecca

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mecca Family and Farm Workers Service Center
Mecca Medical Clinic

Dentists in Mecca

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mecca Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Mecca

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arco
Spirit

Breweries in Mecca

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Coca Cola EnterprisesBeverage Manufacturers, Business Services, NEC, Bottlers, Bottle Manufacturers, Coachella Business S86375 Industrial Way7603964500
La Quinta Brewing Co.Brewery77917 Wildcat Dr7602002597Visit

Pharmacies in Mecca

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MECCA COMMUNITY PHARMACY 91275 66TH AVENUE 760-396-3000

Cell Towers in Mecca

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(North Salton) 3842 Scott DriveLTOWER60
North Salton: 3842 Scott DriveTOWER60
(North Salton) 3842 Scott DriveLTOWER60
INTERSTATE 10, 12 MILES EAST OFTOWER38
81600 Avenue 58TOWER34
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF CACTUS CITYMTOWER31
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF CACTUS CITY (12333)MTOWER31
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF CACTUS CITY (12333)MTOWER31
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF CACTUS CITYMTOWER31

Power Plants Near Mecca

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
COLGREEN NORTH SHORE SOLAR FARMSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-116.0OP
DESERT VIEW POWERWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-116.1OP

Bridges in Mecca

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1998850153,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1998879153,000F
CulvertConcrete continuous20002017,500G
SlabConcrete199810417,500F
SlabConcrete199810417,500F
SlabConcrete continuous19658211,250G
SlabConcrete continuous19658211,250G
SlabConcrete continuous196517911,250G
SlabConcrete continuous196517911,250G
SlabConcrete continuous196511311,250G
SlabConcrete continuous196511311,250G
CulvertConcrete1948267,576G
CulvertConcrete19493184,400F
SlabConcrete1973433,765F
CulvertConcrete1948212,700F
CulvertConcrete1951262,700G
CulvertConcrete1951262,700G
CulvertConcrete1951262,700F
CulvertConcrete1951262,700G
CulvertConcrete1949242,700F
CulvertConcrete1949272,700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20227941,872G
CulvertConcrete1949371,601G
Tee BeamConcrete194763721F

Amtrak Stations in Mecca

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Indio, CA82120 Highway 111BUS
La Quinta, CA78822 Highway 111BUS

Superfund Sites Near Mecca

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT COACHELLA HEADQUARTERSAVENUE 52 AND HIGHWAY 111RIVERSIDE

Airports Near Mecca

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palm Springs International AirportPSPLarge Airport
El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)NJKMedium Airport
Imperial County AirportIPLMedium Airport
Jacqueline Cochran Regional AirportTRMMedium Airport
Twentynine Palms Strategic Expeditionary Landing FieldMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Bauer AirportSmall Airport
Bermuda Dunes AirportUDDSmall Airport
Blair Valley Landing FieldSmall Airport
Borrego Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Borrego Valley AirportBXSSmall Airport
Brawley Municipal AirportBWCSmall Airport
Broadway AirportSmall Airport
Butterfield Ranch Private AirstripSmall Airport
Chiriaco Summit AirportSmall Airport
Cliff Hatfield Memorial AirportCLRSmall Airport
Cones FieldSmall Airport
Cordell Landing Private AirportSmall Airport
Coyote Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Crosswinds AirportSmall Airport
Daley Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Desert Air Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Desert Center AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Mountain Metropolitan Water District AirstripSmall Airport
Earthquake Valley Glider Landing ZoneSmall Airport
Flying T Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hoffman Private AirportSmall Airport
Hunt's Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Julian Hinds Pump Plant AirstripSmall Airport
Kelli FieldSmall Airport
Lake Riverside Estates AirportSmall Airport
Little Blair Valley Landing FieldSmall Airport
Loma Madera Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mariposa AirportSmall Airport
Mayo AirportSmall Airport
Ocotillo AirportSmall Airport
Ranchita 2608 AirportSmall Airport
Reeves AirstripSmall Airport
Salton Sea AirportSASSmall Airport
Speed Bag UAS StripSmall Airport
Twentynine Palms AirportTNPSmall Airport
Val-Air AirportSmall Airport
Warner Springs Gliderport AirportSmall Airport
WISS AirfieldSmall Airport
Wonder Valley Landing StripSmall Airport
Yucca Valley AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mecca

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
California Highway Patrol79650 Varner Road
Coachella Police Department Substation49305 Grapefruit Boulevard
Mecca Sub-station91260 66th Avenue
Riverside County Sheriff - Coroner's East47225 Oasis Street
Riverside County Sheriff's Department, Thermal Station86625 Airport Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Mecca

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Arco Ampm ARCO # 422Convenience Store90480 66th Ave
Del Taco # 767Restaurant Meals Program90488 66th Ave
Don Carlos Meat MarketSupermarket91-201 Ave 66
EDDIE'S PLACEGrocery Store65-770 Hammond Rd
El Super Toro Loco #4 1Supermarket91200 2nd St
Family Dollar 12299Other91293 2nd St
Mother Earth NutritionGrocery Store92175 66 Ave
Villanueva BakerySpecialty Store91200 2nd St

Post Offices in Mecca

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office - Mecca, California91307 2nd Street

Treatment Centers in Mecca

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ABC Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse760-342-6616
ABC Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse760-342-6616
ABC Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse760-342-6616
Awareness ProgramSubstance Abuse760-342-1233
Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/Beas Yth Trt HomeSubstance Abuse760-398-9000
Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/CounselingSubstance Abuse760-398-9000
Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/Michaels Yth TrtSubstance Abuse760-398-9000
Riverside University Health System - Indio ClinicMental Health760-863-8455
Riverside University Health System - Mental Health CalWORKS/IndioMental Health760-863-2578

DOL Wage Violations in Mecca

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $339,881 in back wages owed to 74 employees.

5
Violations
$339,881
Back Wages Owed
74
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Zavala Tent & Event Support SIGNIFICANT 92254 2 $334,739 $30,431 11
De La Cruz Farm Labor Contracting 92254 2 $1,938 $388 5
Tudor Ranch Inc (AGER) 92254 2 $1,413 $27 52
Lopez Farm Labor Contractor 92254 1 $1,080 $360 3
Lopez Labor Contracting 92254 1 $711 $237 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mecca

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
IGLESIA UN MANANTIAL EN EL DESIERTOPO BOX 303
NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY CHURCH101785 SEA BREEZE DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mecca

What is the population of Mecca?

Mecca has a population of 7,071 residents and is located in California. The population density is 1,022 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Mecca expensive to live in?

Mecca is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,011, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mecca safe?

The violent crime rate in Mecca is 380 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,640 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mecca receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mecca?

Mecca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Mecca?

The unemployment rate in Mecca is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,149. There are 86,446 business establishments in the area, including 4,533 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mecca?

The median home value in Mecca is $222,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,754. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 53.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,854.

How are the schools in Mecca?

Schools in Mecca have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 4.3% of adults in Mecca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mecca?

The obesity rate in Mecca is 44.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 44.6% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 32.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 89.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164.

What is transportation like in Mecca?

The average commute in Mecca is 26 minutes. 69.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mecca?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mecca is 6.3% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 14.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 85.8% speak Spanish. 0.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

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