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Mexican Colony, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mexican Colony is a small town in California with a population of 217. Residents earn $53,715 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
217 Population 7,233/sq mi density
$53,715 Median Income $20,189 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$1,063 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$53,715 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $1,063/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,715
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density7,233/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,715
Per Capita$20,189
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured28.5%
Smoking15.1%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation329 ft (100 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+71.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries28

Is Mexican Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mexican Colony receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mexican Colony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mexican Colony is $53,715, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mexican Colony is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mexican Colony enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mexican Colony has a population of 217 with a density of 7,233 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.4%).

Population

217
Total Population
7,233
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mexican Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.4%
43% below US avg
Spanish55.6%
315% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mexican Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mexican Colony is $53,715, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Mexican Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,715
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,189
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mexican Colony is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

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-Occupied50.6%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Mexican Colony, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 41.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mexican Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.0%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity41.2%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress19.0%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Uninsured28.5%
231% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate68.9%
Dental Visits45.9%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Mexican Colony has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation329 ft (100 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density7,233/sq mi
Coordinates35.4689°N, 119.2687°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+71.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density7,233/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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