Mendota, VA

Virginia · Bristol city · Kingsport-Bristol Metro

Mendota is a small town in Virginia with a population of 125.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
125 Population 128/sq mi density
$146,300 Home Value $174,783 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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

Per Capita$22,687
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

Home Value$146,300
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$174,783
Housing Units38
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured52.0%
Smoking20.2%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation1,456 ft (444 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations5
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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, 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%.

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 enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow.

Mendota has a population of 125 with a density of 128 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 32.8% female and 67.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

125
Total Population
2023 Census
128
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.2%
Female 32.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mendota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mendota vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $22,687 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $902, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 614 business establishments, including 77 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mendota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,687
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$51,868
Gini Index0.482 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)614

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare54
Retail127
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,490
28% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mendota is $146,300, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,783, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 38 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $4,490 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,783

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,490
28% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Mendota, 41.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 35.8% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.3% report binge drinking. 29.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 52.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,550. The dentist ratio is 1:2,829. 91.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%
Uninsured52.0%
505% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,550
Dentists1:2,829
Mental Health1:731
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death12,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities54
Mendota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,456 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation1,456 ft (444 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates36.7111°N, 82.3057°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBristol city County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
73 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 9.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.00"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.52"

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score8.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability86.8 / 100
Community Resilience23.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 5, 2024.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 82 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 99 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 113 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 74 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 29 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 136 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 136 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 78 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 139 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 137 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 135 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 107 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 95 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 138 km
Nov 24, 2012 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.0 139 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 95 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 49 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 125 km
Apr 5, 2005 1 km SE of Blaine, Tennessee M2.9 139 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

89 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 15 fatalities, 206 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 32 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 88 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 76 km 2
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 38 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 59 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 46 km 2
May 8, 2009 EF2 45 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 41 km 0
Jul 6, 1980 EF2 86 km 0
Jan 25, 1975 EF2 48 km 0
Apr 22, 1967 EF2 66 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF2 85 km 1
Apr 9, 1965 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 3, 1962 EF2 16 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF2 54 km 0
Mar 5, 1955 EF2 57 km 0
Sep 25, 2024 EF1 85 km 0
Sep 24, 2024 EF1 77 km 0
Aug 14, 2023 EF1 62 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,345 91 km
1987 UNNAMED 32,565 83 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 82 km
1991 UNNAMED 17,406 81 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,328 80 km
1994 UNNAMED 15,526 73 km
1987 UNNAMED 15,138 68 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 98 km
1999 UNNAMED 10,990 72 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 67 km
1999 UNNAMED 9,384 92 km
1991 UNNAMED 9,084 67 km
1991 UNNAMED 8,204 89 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,143 91 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,123 98 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,114 84 km
1987 UNNAMED 8,099 96 km
1991 UNNAMED 7,180 88 km
2001 UNNAMED 7,177 78 km
1991 MUD LICK CREEK 7,111 100 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
March 47°F (9°C) 4.0 in
April 56°F (14°C) 3.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
September 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.8 in

Mendota has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and October the driest (2.5").

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Mendota is located in Bristol city County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% 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 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 54 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyBristol city County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed298.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.8 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants77
Retail Stores127

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Mendota. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152-$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202-$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101-$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809-$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76-$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152-$404)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25-$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51-$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152-$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20-$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404-$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101-$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61-$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51-$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152-$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404-$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506-$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809-$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202-$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30-$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76-$253)
Manicure $25 ($15-$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25-$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51-$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81-$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30-$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40-$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40-$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30-$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51-$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76-$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30-$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30-$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15-$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607-$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506-$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202-$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25-$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404-$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30-$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51-$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30-$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20-$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152-$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101-$404)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$558
Toddler$455
Preschool$455
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$403
Toddler$390
Preschool$390
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bristol city

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,590 22 $56,101 1.86
Retail Trade 1,398 129 $30,083 1.35
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,078 114 $45,702 0.72
Transportation & Warehousing 591 8 $49,966 1.34
Administrative & Waste Services 302 18 $35,044 0.49
Finance & Insurance 272 32 $89,676 0.65
Other Services 232 38 $37,268 0.74
Professional & Technical Services 187 36 $38,855 0.26
Information & Technology 93 7 $64,674 0.48
Educational Services 92 7 $41,490 0.43
Management of Companies 69 5 $132,804 0.39
Unclassified 40 9 $42,457 2.76
Real Estate 35 9 $29,990 0.22

Radio Stations near Mendota

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Mendota

15 campgrounds found near Mendota.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS 4.9/5 1 $50
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 11 $10, $20
WATAUGA POINT RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 2 $30
DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 14 $10, $20
Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) 4.5/5 27 $12
POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.5/5 27 $20, $26
CARDENS BLUFF CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 42 $12
LITTLE OAK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 66 $10
CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.0/5 31 $20, $24
THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS 3.5/5 2 $30
FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA 2.0/5 1 Free
Bark Camp - 1 Free
Cane Patch - 1 Free
High Knob Campground - 1 Free
PHILLIP'S CREEK GROUP PICNIC AREA - 4 $25

National Parks Near Mendota

34 national parks and monuments found near Mendota.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Kingdom Come State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Natural Tunnel State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Mendota

87 trails found near Mendota.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4 - - -
FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL 13.8 - - -
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 7.5 - - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 6.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DEVILS FORK 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL FORK TRAIL 5.8 - - -
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST 5.8 - - -
GUEST RIVER GORGE 5.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - Yes -
MAYKING LOOP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
POND MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS TRAIL 4.3 - - -
LITTLE POND MOUNTAIN 4.3 - - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
AUSTIN GAP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OLD DUG RD 3.1 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 2.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5 - - -
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4 - - -
OLD HOMESTEAD TRAIL 2.3 - - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MORRELL TRAIL 2.1 - - -
BARTEE BRANCH 2.1 - - -
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0 - - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORT SPUR 1.7 - - -
LITTLE OAK 1.6 - - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL FORK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DARK HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLINT MILL 1.3 - - -
PHILLIPS CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COON DEN FALLS 1.2 - - -
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1 - - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIGH KNOB LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TENNESSEE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HAMPTON-BLUELINE TRAIL 0.9 - - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
RED FOX 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FURNACE BRANCH 0.8 - - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL 0.7 - - -
CARDENS BLUFF HIKING TRAIL 0.7 - - -
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
KITCHEN ROCK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOBS GAP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4 - - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WATAUGA POINT HIKING TRAIL 0.4 - - -
GUEST RIVER GORGE 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - Yes -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH WATER ALTERNATE TRAIL 0.3 - - -
BACKBONE FALLS TRAIL 0.3 - - -
DEVILS FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -

Museums in Mendota

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC ALIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION416 STATE ST2766450111$5,055,059
NETHERLAND INN EXCHANGE PLACE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4812 OREBANK ROAD4232886071$86,703
SCOTT COUNTY REGIONAL HORSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION240 CUB CREEK LANE$44,126
BRISTOL FIRE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
CLINCH MOUNTAIN CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM236 HOMEPLACE DR4233602947
EXCHANGE PLACEGENERAL MUSEUM4232886071
FLANARY HISTORICAL SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF RUSSELLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD GLADE ANTIQUE TRACTOR ASSOCATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
REMNANT YUCHI NATION EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SULLIVAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mendota

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BRISTOL PUBLIC LIBRARY701 GOODE STREET0.0238,240
SULLIVAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1655 BLOUNTVILLE BOULEVARD0.077,792
RUSSELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY248 W MAIN STREET0.048,673

Farmers Markets in Mendota

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blountville Farmer's Market3258 Highway 126April to October
Coeburn Farmers MarketFront Street and Grand Ave.Sat: 1:00 PM-4:30 PM;
Nickelsville Farmers Market11826 Nickelsville Hwy06/28/2013 to 10/18/2013Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
People's Market of LebanonLebanon Elementary & Middle Schools
State Street Farmers MarketStat StreetVisit

Breweries in Mendota

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bristol BreweryBreweries, Brewery Tours, Tours, Food & Drink41 Piedmont Ave12762063812Visit
Countryside Vineyards & WineryAir Fresheners, Vineyards, Deordorant, Wineries & Vineyards, Food & Drink, Brewers, Soap, Wineries, 658 Henry Harr Rd4233231660, 423 323-1660Visit
Studio BrewRestaurant, Restaurants, Brewers221 Moore St2766443270, 4233603258Visit

Cell Towers in Mendota

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2669 MORNING STAR CIRCLEGTOWER107

Bridges in Mendota

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1955211,295F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1961220506F
SlabConcrete196981467F
CulvertConcrete197744374F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200764352G
Tee BeamConcrete193044352F
Tee BeamConcrete193044352F
Tee BeamConcrete193044352F
SlabConcrete197030352F
SlabConcrete197496218F
Truss (Thru)Steel195665190P
SlabConcrete200144190F
SlabConcrete193225187F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1973312143F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete191663112G
SlabConcrete19943273G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19973461F
CulvertConcrete19322354F
SlabConcrete19942753F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19324046G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19322539F
SlabConcrete19945819F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19324115F

Superfund Sites Near Mendota

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO200 S WILCOX DRSULLIVAN
EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO200 S WILCOX DRSULLIVAN
EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO200 S WILCOX DRSULLIVAN
EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO200 S WILCOX DRSULLIVAN
EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO200 S WILCOX DRSULLIVAN
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
WOLF HILLS ENERGY14555 INDUSTRIAL PARK RDWASHINGTON

Airports Near Mendota

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Belcher Regional Airport-Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport-Small Airport
Catron Field-Small Airport
Center Field-Small Airport
Crumley Field-Small Airport
Darnell's Field-Small Airport
Darnell's Landings Airport-Small Airport
Elizabethton Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Elk River Airport-Small Airport
Flaglor Airport-Small Airport
Flying W Airport-Small Airport
Greeneville Municipal AirportGCYSmall Airport
Hawkins County Airport-Small Airport
Hensley Airpark-Small Airport
Indian Springs Airport-Small Airport
Johnson City Airport-Small Airport
Johnson County Airport-Small Airport
King Fisher Field-Small Airport
Kite Field-Small Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Mountain View Airport-Small Airport
Murphy Field-Small Airport
Roach Farm Airport-Small Airport
South Fork Field-Small Airport
Southfork Airport-Small Airport
Srigley Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Tazewell County Airport-Small Airport
Tommy's Field Airport-Small Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
Ward Farms Airport-Small Airport
White Oak Stand Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Mendota

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bristol Virginia Police Department551 Scott Street
Coeburn Police Department114 Front Street East
Lebanon Police Department

Post Offices in Mendota

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mendota Post Office2543 Mendota Road

Treatment Centers in Mendota

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CMCSB Alcohol Detox/Residential Servs - The LaurelsBoth276-964-6702
CMCSB Russell Co - Satellite OfficeSubstance Abuse276-889-3785
Comprehensive Community Services - OP Treatment Center/Kingsport OfficeSubstance Abuse423-765-2653
Frontier Health - Bristol Regional Counseling CenterBoth423-989-4500
Frontier Health - Holston Children and Youth ServicesBoth423-224-1000
Frontier Health - Holston Counseling ServicesBoth423-224-1300
Frontier Health - Tennessee Community Support ServicesMental Health423-989-4558
Frontier Health - Victory CenterBoth423-224-1417
SaVida Health - LebanonBoth540-443-0114

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mendota

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
MENDOTA BAPTIST CHURCH2428 MENDOTA RD

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Mines
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UFO Sightings Near Mendota

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Mendota.

Name Year Description
Mendota, VA 2008 Sighting of an anomalous object for 5 hours. ((NUFORC Note: Probably a sighting of Sirius&#44 I suspect. PD))

Mines Near Mendota

1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Mendota.

Name Description
No 2 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)

Waterfalls Near Mendota

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Mendota.

Name Description
Abrams Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mendota

What is the population of Mendota?

Mendota has a population of 125 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 32.8% female and 67.2% male.

Is Mendota expensive to live in?

Mendota has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $146,300 (48% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Mendota?

Mendota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mendota?

The job market in Mendota is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $902. There are 614 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Mendota?

The median home value in Mendota is $146,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,783. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,490.

How are the schools in Mendota?

Schools in Mendota score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Mendota hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mendota?

The obesity rate in Mendota is 41.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 29.6% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 52.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 91.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,550.

What are the demographics of Mendota?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mendota is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

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