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Mesa, CA

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Mesa is a small town in California with a population of 358. Residents earn $135,667 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
358 Population 102/sq mi density
$135,667 Median Income $54,228 per capita
$561,500 Home Value
57°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
4.7 / 5.0
$135,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$561,500 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,667
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $561,500
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.6%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,667
Per Capita$54,228
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$561,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units158
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity29.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking13.9%
Depression26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.6%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute33 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries7

Is Mesa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mesa 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, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mesa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mesa is $135,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 81% above $75,149. This places Mesa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mesa is $561,500, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mesa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mesa has a population of 358 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

358
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Mesa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mesa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mesa is $135,667, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Mesa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,667
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$85,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$1,565M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare35
Retail74
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mesa is $561,500, 99% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$561,500
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Mesa, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,204
Dentists1:2,163
Mental Health1:436
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death4,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Mesa has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.8 inches
87% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates37.4168°N, 118.5391°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.6%
15% above US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants162
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.3%

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