Home Value
$146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Mendota Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population125
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,687
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute70 min
Housing
Home Value$146,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,638
Health
Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation1,456 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute70 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1
Is Mendota a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mendota receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Mendota stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 70 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mendota is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Mendota experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Mendota has a population of 125 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Mendota is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 70 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $22,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $902 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,868 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 614 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,490 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 69.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Mendota is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,638.
Home Values
| Census Median | $146,300 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $159,638 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,490 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.07% |
In Mendota, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mendota vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 50.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,793/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Mendota vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Mendota has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,456 ft (444 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 128/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7111°N, 82.3057°W |
| County FIPS | 51520 |