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Mendocino, CA
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Mendocino, CA
At a Glance
How Mendocino Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mendocino's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mendocino a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mendocino residents earn a median household income of $67,115 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,723. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,522 business establishments, including 336 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mendocino is $540,500 , 92% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $921,968. Median rent is $1,402/month, with 25.9% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Mendocino reports 373 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,533/100K.
Education
60.8% of adults in Mendocino hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above the national average). 99.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mendocino has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.