Median Income
$51,071
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$178,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,238
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Mesquite Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population484
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,071
Per Capita$31,791
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$9,482M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$178,500
Rent$1,238
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp76°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain4.3 in/yr
Elevation526 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Libraries14
Is Mesquite Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mesquite Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mesquite Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mesquite Creek is $51,071, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mesquite Creek is $178,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,238 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Mesquite Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 99°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Mesquite Creek has a population of 484 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mesquite Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.2% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| 42% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mesquite Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mesquite Creek is $51,071, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Mesquite Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,071 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,791 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,517 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,056 |
| County GDP | $9,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 451 |
| Healthcare | 515 |
| Retail | 646 |
| Manufacturing | 144 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Mesquite Creek is $178,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,238 (6% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,500 |
| 37% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,238 |
| 6% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Mesquite Creek, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mesquite Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,413/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 515 |
Crime Rates: Mesquite Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 61 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Mesquite Creek has an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 99°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
99°F Jul (37°C)
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 99°F (37°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 4.3 inches |
| 89% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 526 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 475/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9607°N, 114.5714°W |
| County FIPS | 04015 |