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Mesa Verde, CA
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Mesa Verde, CA
At a Glance
How Mesa Verde Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mesa Verde's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mesa Verde a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mesa Verde residents earn a median household income of $48,523 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,578. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 402 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mesa Verde is $102,700 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,476. Median rent is $1,074/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Mesa Verde reports 447 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,803/100K.
Education
0.7% of adults in Mesa Verde hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% below the national average). 71.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mesa Verde has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.