Median Income
$239,141
218% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Mesita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population823
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$239,141
Per Capita$26,882
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute14 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease8.2%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation5,657 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Libraries5
Is Mesita a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mesita receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Mesita stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mesita is $239,141, which is significantly higher than the national average — 218% above $75,149. This places Mesita among higher-income communities. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
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 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Mesita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Mesita has a population of 823 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.5%).
Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 37.0% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Spanish | 63.0% |
| 370% above US avg |
The median household income in Mesita is $239,141, which is 218% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $239,141 |
| 218% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,882 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $955 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,941 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.6% |
| 278% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,532 |
| County GDP | $2,430M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 113 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg |
In Mesita, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mesita vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 14.6% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 24.1% |
| Physical Distress | 20.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,779/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
Crime Rates: Mesita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Mesita has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.0 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,657 ft (1,724 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0058°N, 107.3163°W |
| County FIPS | 35061 |