Mendota Heights, MN
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Mendota Heights, MN
At a Glance
How Mendota Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mendota Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mendota Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mendota Heights residents earn a median household income of $132,935 , which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,918. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,950 business establishments, including 748 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mendota Heights is $504,100 , 79% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $572,103. Median rent is $1,557/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Mendota Heights reports 200 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 896/100K.
Education
67.9% of adults in Mendota Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (101% above the national average). 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mendota Heights has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.