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Mentone, TX

Texas · Loving County

Mentone is a small town in Texas with a population of 12. Residents earn $206,250 per year, which is 174% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
12 Population 71/sq mi density
$206,250 Median Income $274,942 per capita
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$206,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $206,250
174% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Mentone Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$206,250
Per Capita$274,942
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,482M
Commute6 min

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,686 ft (819 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute6 min
Broadband5.0%

Is Mentone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mentone receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mentone stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mentone is $206,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 174% above $75,149. This places Mentone among higher-income communities. 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 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mentone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mentone has a population of 12 with a density of 71 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 33.3% female and 66.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 12.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mentone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mentone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mentone is $206,250, which is 174% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $274,942 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $2,054, 43% higher 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 19 business establishments. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mentone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$206,250
174% above US avg
Per Capita Income$274,942
Avg Weekly Wage$2,054
IRS Avg AGI$80,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)19
County GDP$11,482M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.4 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Mentone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2,686 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,686 ft (819 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates31.7074°N, 103.5989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLoving County County
County FIPS48301

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 0.4 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.6 in
July 83°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 1.7 in
September 76°F (25°C) 2.4 in Wettest
October 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
December 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in

Mentone has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 46°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (0.3").

Mentone is located in Loving County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% 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 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 88.7% of the vote, a 78.4-point margin. 5.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 78.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+70.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyLoving County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access5.0%

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.4 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mentone

What is the population of Mentone?

Mentone has a population of 12 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 65.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 33.3% female and 66.7% male.

Is Mentone expensive to live in?

Mentone has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $206,250, 174% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Mentone?

Mentone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Mentone?

The job market in Mentone is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $2,054. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 6 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in Mentone?

Schools in Mentone score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Mentone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mentone?

The average commute in Mentone is 6 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mentone?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mentone is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 12.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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