Median Income
$62,778
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$108,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$661
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Mendon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,131
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,315/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,778
Per Capita$26,427
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$824M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,500
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,601
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation764 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Libraries8
Is Mendon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mendon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Mendon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mendon is $62,778, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mendon is $108,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Mendon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Mendon has a population of 1,131 with a density of 1,315 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Mendon is $62,778, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,778 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,427 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,288 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 412 |
| County GDP | $824M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 63 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,612 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Mendon is $108,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,601.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,500 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,601 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $661 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,612 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.33% |
In Mendon, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mendon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,758/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Mendon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Mendon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 764 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,315/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0892°N, 91.2858°W |
| County FIPS | 17067 |