Mendota, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

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

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
125 Population 128/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,687 per capita
$146,300 Home Value $159,638 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°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
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

125
Total Population
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 Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mendota vs U.S. Average

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: Mendota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,687
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$51,868

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
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time69.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mendota is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,638.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,490
28% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
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

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

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.0%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death12,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities54

Crime Rates: Mendota vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,456 ft (444 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates36.7111°N, 82.3057°W
County FIPS51520
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants77
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute69.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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